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… (toll-free). Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family … R. Stockwell PhD Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family … This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability …
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… advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … or pharmacist promptly. Phenytoin may cause swelling and bleeding of the gums. Massage your gums and brush and floss … frequently, as directed by your doctor. Promptly report any abnormal results as directed. Your medicine, exercise plan, …
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… What is localized prostate cancer? Prostate cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in the prostate . Localized … Your overall well-being; your physical, mental, and sexual health; and your relationships are all part of your quality … document some Information (e.g. cross-references to other topics, definitions or medical illustrations) is only …
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… disease (CJD) Last updated October 29, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 55a Download PDF Document English … Difficulty sleeping Behavior changes Impaired vision Abnormal physical sensations Difficulty with voluntary … For more information For more information on vCJD, visit HealthLinkBC File #55b Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease …
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… Lead paint and hazards Last updated September 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 31 Download PDF Document English … very low levels of lead into the blood may have harmful health effects on the intellectual and behavioural … stairs and railings can expose you and your family to health risks. Before you begin renovations, consider the …
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… parts of the province. Too much heat can be harmful to your health and cause heat-related illnesses. Learn more about … On this page: Heat-related illnesses Heat stroke Staying healthy in the heat Extreme heat Extreme heat emergency … Columbia Medications and heat Hot car warning Workplace health and safety Places to keep cool Heat-related illnesses …
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… spills in residential settings Last updated May 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 125 Download PDF Document English … safe as long as the mercury stays contained. They only pose health risks if they break and the mercury spills. What are the health effects of exposure to elemental mercury? If inhaled …
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… advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this … bone pain easily broken bones This medication can cause bleeding if its effect on your clotting proteins is too …
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… week, but do not happen every day. Lung function tests are abnormal (more than 60% to less than 80% of the expected … for Asthma Citations National Institutes of Health (2007). National Asthma Education and Prevention … . Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
