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… to stress. It can be hard to find the time to plan or eat healthy meals or be active. How do you cope when a change … with some ideas. Maybe these will help you too. Keeping a healthy lifestyle Try planning ahead for your meals and lunches each week. Keep ready-to-eat healthy snacks with you during the day. Try to think of …
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… found in the stomach and bowels of about 19 out of every 20 healthy people. They are also normally found in the mouth … the food. What are your chances of getting VRE? If you are healthy and living in the community, your chances of … While in hospital, visitors will need to follow hospital guidelines to prevent the spread of VRE. This will include …
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… Information Overview There are several types of slow heart rates (bradycardias or bradyarrhythmias). Each type … be normal. This type of slow heart rate is often seen in healthy, athletic people. This type is not likely to cause … be normal. This type of slow heart rate is often seen in healthy, athletic people. This type is not likely to cause …
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… for ascites may include taking medicines, eating a low-salt diet, and having paracentesis therapy. Medicines Diuretic … or find more ways to cut down on salt and eat a variety of healthy foods like vegetables and fruits, whole grain foods, … or find more ways to cut down on salt and eat a variety of healthy foods like vegetables and fruits, whole grain foods, …
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… others. Anxiety can cause physical symptoms like a fast heartbeat and sweaty hands. It can make you limit your activities and can make it hard to enjoy your life. Healthy thinking can help you prevent or control anxiety. … your thinking will take some time. You need to practice healthy thinking every day. After a while, healthy thinking …
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… it is important that we continue to stay active, eat healthy, and take care of our families and ourselves. Be … skin and itching Hypothermia and cold temperature exposure Healthy living during winter Healthy eating and physical activity promote and support …
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… for you to breathe. Emphysema (say "em-fuh-ZEE-muh"). In a healthy person, the tiny air sacs in the lungs are like … your strength. If you are losing weight, ask your doctor or dietitian about ways to make it easier to get the calories … (ECG, EKG) or echocardiogram . These tests may find certain heart problems that can cause shortness of breath. Transfer …
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… it treated? Treatment for osteoporosis may include adopting healthy habits and taking medicine to reduce bone loss and … the risks and benefits with your doctor. How can you stay healthy when you have osteoporosis? You can slow … It's important to get enough calcium and vitamin D in your diet. You need calcium and vitamin D to build strong, …
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… valve. The aortic valve allows blood to flow from the heart's lower left chamber (ventricle) into the aorta and to … your heart regularly. Your doctor will recommend a heart-healthy lifestyle. You may take medicine that lowers blood … or cholesterol. Your doctor will likely recommend a heart-healthy lifestyle. This lifestyle means that you: Don't …
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… Birth to 2 Years On this page: Overview Health Tools Healthy Habits for Preventing Infection and Illness Safety … child closely when he or she interacts with pets. Practice healthy habits. Protect your child against illness and … of cars and streets. Always use a car seat. Follow the guidelines from Transport Canada. Visit the Child Car Seat …