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… Playground Safety On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Playgrounds are fun places, but they may … then to make sure there are no splinters. Check equipment for loose joints, open chains, exposed bolts, sharp edges, … to keep your child off trampolines. Trampolines aren't safe for children. Even with constant adult supervision and …
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… Strep Throat Complications On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Complications of strep throat are rare … and tic disorders such as Tourette's syndrome. Related Information Strep Throat Tonsillitis Current as of: … Medicine & Donald R. Mintz MD - Otolaryngology This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. …
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… Street drugs and some pharmaceutical drugs can be harmful for you and for your developing baby during pregnancy. Using street … and substance use support services in your area, search the HealthLinkBC Directory or contact your local health …
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… Measles (Rubeola) On this page: Related Information What is measles … on you. You can spread the virus to others from 4 days before the rash starts until 4 days after the rash appeared. … vaccine before you travel. Related Information Handwashing Immunizations Rash, Age 11 and Younger Rash, Age 12 and …
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… Living With Asthma Medicines Other Treatment Related Information Is this topic for you? This topic provides information about asthma in teenagers and adults. If you are …
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… Common Brand Name(s): Differin Important: How To Use This Information This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, …
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… Prevention and Treatment On this page: Overview Related Information Overview How can pressure injuries be prevented? … Be careful not to scrub the skin too hard. Use moisturizing creams or lotions to keep skin soft and keep it from getting … Be careful not to scrub the skin too hard. Use moisturizing creams or lotions to keep skin soft and keep it from getting …
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… Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Related Information Test Overview An angiogram of the head and neck is … How It Feels You may feel a brief sting or pinch from the numbing medicine. Most people don't have pain when the … How It Feels You may feel a brief sting or pinch from the numbing medicine. Most people don't have pain when the …
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… questions if your doctor recommends a new medicine for your health condition. General questions What is the … name (chemical name):     What will the medicine do (for example, decrease blood pressure)? Why do I need this … medicine covered by my provincial health plan? Is a generic form of the medicine available and appropriate for me? Can I …
Medications
… Common Brand Name(s): Lolo Important: How To Use This Information This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, …