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… is metabolic syndrome? Metabolic syndrome is a group of health problems that may include too much fat around the … sugar, and low HDL cholesterol . Together, this group of health problems increases your risk of heart attack, stroke, … What causes it? Metabolic syndrome is caused by an unhealthy lifestyle that includes eating too many calories, …
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… of your condition. Your doctor will also check your overall health to see if surgery is too risky for you. Then you and … if the regurgitation is severe enough to threaten the health of your heart or your life. Your doctor will check … a low risk of causing other problems if you are otherwise healthy. But the surgery is an open-heart surgery. Although …
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… others, including other caregivers, counsellors, clergy, or health professionals. Call your local AIDS service … Infection Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … - Internal Medicine Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… talk to each other. Read books with your partner on sexual health. Counselling for Sexual Problems … Medicine? Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … - Urology, Oncology Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… Weight-Bearing Exercises to Maintain Healthy Bones On this page: Overview … weight-bearing, such as swimming, are good for your general health. But they don't work your muscles and bones against … Current as of: September 8, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… cost? Are there fees or costs for tests, food, or natural health products? Obesity Weight … Management Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … Diabetes Educator Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… see your doctor right away. This will help prevent serious health problems for yourself. And it can reduce the risk of … Infections Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, … - Emergency Medicine Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… When to call your healthcare provider Last updated August 11, 2013 Lots of … to ask for help. It is good to become familiar with your healthcare providers' policies regarding phone calls, home … and on call coverage. Once you know who will be on your health care support team, record their contact information …
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… Nearly broke, and needing care not covered by provincial health insurance, she says her life became a "dark maze of … privacy. Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family … MD - Psychiatry Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… group that can help you. Talk with your doctor or another health professional if you think you may be depressed or are … (ADHD) Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family … Pediatrics Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …