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… Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) On this page: Health Tools What is … is slower than normal. A slow heart rate can be normal and healthy. Or it could be a sign of a problem with the heart's … not cause any problems. It can be a sign of being very fit. Healthy young adults and athletes often have heart rates of …
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… Arsenic in drinking water Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 49c Download PDF Document English … arsenic can have serious short term and long-term health effects. How does arsenic get into drinking water? … supplies such as lakes, streams and rivers. What are the health effects of arsenic exposure? Short to medium term …
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… Wash your hands. For more information on hand washing, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of … your other immunizations are up to date will help keep you healthy and your immune system strong. For more information … see our B.C. Immunization Schedules web page Eat healthy foods and be physically active to help keep your …
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… On this page: Things you can do to prevent injury Mental health For more information Things you can do to prevent … To learn more, see: Seniors' falls can be prevented (HealthLinkBC File #78) Preventing falls in older adults … Child safety: Preventing drowning Safety tips for swimmers (HealthLinkBC File #39) Mental health Stress, social …
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… Obesity On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk What Happens … Weight-Loss Strategies and Programs Tips for Getting to a Healthy Weight Medicines Surgery … What is obesity? Obesity means having an unhealthy amount of body fat. This puts your health in danger. …
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… have lots of energy (mania). For more information, see the topics Depression and Bipolar Disorder. Schizophreniform … Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family … MD - Psychiatry Christine R. Maldonado PhD - Behavioral Health Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise …
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… Depression On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk? Prevention … What is depression? Depression is a mental health condition that causes you to feel sad, lose interest … are depressed, he or she will ask you questions about your health and feelings. Your doctor also may do a physical …
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… Side Effects and Interactions On this page: Overview Health Tools Side Effects Medicine Interactions Using … If you have questions, talk to your pharmacist or doctor. Health Tools Health Tools help you make wise health decisions or take …
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… Leukemia On this page: Health Tools What is … How is it diagnosed? The doctor will ask about your past health and family history. Your doctor will do a physical … it has spread, and other things such as your overall health. Treatment options may include: Chemotherapy and …
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… Down Syndrome On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Symptoms What … Children who have it may share similar features and health issues. They may learn to talk later than other … disability. Some children may also have certain health issues, such as a heart or breathing problem. How is …
