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… Sleep Problems, Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … Sudden sleep attacks. They may occur during any type of activity at any time of day. You may fall asleep while doing … (sleep paralysis). Parasomnias Parasomnias are undesirable physical activities that occur during sleep. They involve …
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… Cervical Cancer On this page: Health Tools Lowering Your Risk Symptoms What Happens When … your doctor will ask about your medical history and do a physical examination. This may include a pelvic examination … include eating a balanced diet and getting enough sleep and activity. Your doctor may also give you medicines to help …
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… a heart attack. Treatments include medicines, a heart-healthy lifestyle, angioplasty , and coronary artery bypass … it hard to enjoy your life? Do you have angina during light physical activity, such as walking a couple of blocks or up … radiation from this test. Talk about whether you feel the benefits of the test might outweigh the risks. What do …
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… Gallstones On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Symptoms What … and chills. How are they diagnosed? Your doctor will do a physical examination and ask you questions about when the … of forming gallstones that can cause symptoms. Stay at a healthy weight. If you need to lose weight, do so slowly and …
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… Rabies Last updated September 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 07a Download PDF Document English … chance of any type of infection Seek medical care from your health care provider or local public health unit right away … into contact with bats that enter houses. If your pet has physical contact with a bat, consult your veterinarian. …
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… influenza (flu) vaccine Last updated September 25, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 12e Influenza (Flu) Series … and are given by injection. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #12d Inactivated Influenza (Flu) Vaccine . … dose improves their level of protection. What are the benefits of getting the vaccine? The vaccine is the best way …
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… home treatment for people with Parkinson's disease . It has benefits in both early and advanced stages of the disease. … to improve posture, strength, flexibility, and endurance. A physical or occupational therapist can also help you to: … correctly. Being Active When You Have Health Problems Parkinson's Disease Physiotherapy Tai Chi …
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… Surgery: What to Expect On this page: Overview Health Tools Before Surgery During Surgery After Surgery … reaction to anesthesia or pain medicines. Talk about any physical restrictions you have, such as an artificial joint … a day. But be careful not to do too much. The level of activity that's safe for you to do. For example, the …
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… about weight management Most people think that being at a healthy weight means being "thin." Actually, a healthy … Eating Child Who Is Overweight: Evaluating Nutrition and Activity Patterns Child Who Is Overweight: Medical … Products for Weight Loss Obesity Obesity and Pregnancy Physical Activity for Weight Loss Pregnancy After …
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… section 2 at the end of your appointment if you have a health problem that needs treatment. Section 1 Health information What questions or concerns do I want … and what to do to prepare for it What are the risks and benefits of medicine, surgery, or other treatment? Fill in …