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… prefer feeding from different types of animals including people. While most tick bites do not result in disease, some … cases have been identified in the past 15 years. Many people with Lyme disease have not travelled outside of the …
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… an Insulin Shot Actionset Overview Insulin is used for people who have type 1 diabetes. It's also used if you have … running water. Dry them well. Gather your supplies. Most people keep their supplies in a bag or kit so they can take … use an insulin pen … Actionset Overview Insulin is used for people who have type 1 diabetes. It's also used if you have …
Medical tests
… placed over or wrapped around the area to be scanned. Some people feel nervous inside the MRI scanner . If feeling … contains gadolinium may be used in this test. But for most people, the benefit of its use in this test outweighs the … placed over or wrapped around the area to be scanned. Some people feel nervous inside the MRI scanner . If feeling …
Medical tests
… may be placed over or wrapped around the breast area. Some people feel nervous inside the MRI magnet. If this keeps you … contains gadolinium may be used in this test. But for most people, the benefit of its use in this test outweighs the … may be placed over or wrapped around the breast area. Some people feel nervous inside the MRI magnet. If this keeps you …
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… of the main causes of injury and loss of independence in people ages 65 and older. There are many reasons older people fall. They may lose their footing when stepping off a … of the main causes of injury and loss of independence in people ages 65 and older. There are many reasons older …
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… may need some time to think about your choices. Talking to people you trust may help you to decide what's best for you. … can return to normal activities or strenuous exercise. Most people can return to normal activities 1 to 2 days after an … may need some time to think about your choices. Talking to people you trust may help you to decide what's best for you. …
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… crutches that belonged to someone else. As a result, most people think they know how to use this equipment. But there … if you have good balance, strength, and endurance. Most people use axillary crutches, which go up under the arms. If … crutches that belonged to someone else. As a result, most people think they know how to use this equipment. But there …
Medications
… However, studies have shown that a small number of people (especially people younger than 25) who take drugs to … severe tiredness severe confusion sweating fast/irregular heartbeat dark urine signs of kidney … pills") or if you have conditions such as severe sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting. Talk to your doctor about …
Medications
… However, studies have shown that a small number of people (especially people younger than 25) who take drugs to … severe tiredness severe confusion sweating fast/irregular heartbeat dark urine signs of kidney … pills") or if you have conditions such as severe sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting. Talk to your doctor about …
Medications
… to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side … or may worsen any current infections. Avoid contact with people who have infections that may spread to others (such … having any immunizations/vaccinations. Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as flu …