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… handouts about Dietitian Services at HealthLink BC and Physical Activity Services at HealthLink BC . You are … field. Next Resource Type     Enter Contact Information Healthy eating for seniors Healthy Eating for Seniors Healthy Eating
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… the legs. People taking this medication may bleed near the spinal cord after certain spinal procedures. Bleeding in this area … except as may be authorized by the applicable terms of use. Conditions of Use: The information in this database is …
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… It teaches you how to be more active and have a heart-healthy lifestyle. This can lead to a stronger heart and … take an active role in managing a health condition. Healthy Eating: Eating Heart-Healthy Foods Heart Health: Walking for … Knowing how your body is responding to exercise and what physical conditions are normal for your rehab is important. …
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… pain or pressure, or a strange feeling in the chest. Sweating. Shortness of breath. Nausea or vomiting. Pain, … feeling stressed. How is it diagnosed? A doctor will do a physical examination and ask about your symptoms and past … Blood pressure medicine. Cholesterol medicine. A heart-healthy lifestyle also helps lower your chance of a heart …
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… Another type of hydrocele is a hydrocele of the spermatic cord . It is located higher up in the scrotum. The fluid is … diagnosed? Doctors diagnose a congenital hydrocele during a physical examination that includes questions about the … to identify. But the doctor will want to rule out other conditions. How is a congenital hydrocele treated? Most of …
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… (MS) lesions (also called plaques) in the brain or spinal cord. An MRI scan is abnormal in more than 95% of people … (MS) lesions (also called plaques) in the brain or spinal cord. An MRI scan is abnormal in more than 95% of …
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… need to be removed surgically (tonsillectomy). Brain and spinal cord problems. Cardiac problems, such as irregular heart … need to be removed surgically (tonsillectomy). Brain and spinal cord problems. Cardiac problems, such as irregular …
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… Lymphedema On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics What … such as tamoxifen (Nolvadex), radiation therapy, and injury to the lymph nodes can also cause it. This type is … have a feeling of fullness in your arms or legs and less flexibility in your wrists, hands, and ankles. How is …
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… injuries can help you stabilize your knee and return to activity. You may have: Reconstruction surgery. With this, … may not be the best treatment for people with medical conditions that make surgery a greater risk. These people … to keep it clean and dry and watch for signs of infection. Physical rehabilitation after ACL surgery may take several …
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… of age Children 5 to 17 years of age with certain medical conditions, including: Heart or lung disorders that require … on food or fluids, such as people with severe brain damage, spinal cord injury, seizures or neuromuscular disorders Those who …