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… where the bone is close to the skin, such as right over your kneecap, the point of your elbow, or your spine. Some people also find it is more comfortable to …
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… about the safety of a natural health product, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or dietitian. Always tell your doctor if you are using a natural health product or if … thinking about combining a natural health product with your standard medical treatment. It may not be safe to stop …
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… umbrella if you can’t find a shady spot. If you cannot keep your child out of the sun, make sure to protect their skin … smart” clothing and sunscreen. Sun smart clothing Encourage your child to be “sun-smart.” Make sure they cover up with … and a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30 or more if you and your child are out in the sun. Use a lip balm with SPF 30 as …
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… Overview You can lower your chance of being bitten by an insect or spider-like … with 10% to 24% DEET should keep most mosquitoes away from your skin. Concerns have been raised about safety, because … mosquitoes. Permethrin keeps working even after you wash your clothes. P-menthane-3,8-diol. This product is commonly …
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… has a problem with breastfeeding, it is their problem, not yours or your baby’s In British Columbia, all people have the legal … breastfeeding VIDEO: Admission to postpartum - keeping your baby skin-to-skin VIDEO: Baby's feeding cues and …
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… Overview The following tips may make it easier to deal with your benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) symptoms. Practice … to relax before you urinate. Tension from worrying about your symptoms can make them worse. Anxiety may cause the … Try turning on a faucet or picturing running water in your mind. Some men find that hearing running water helps …
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… its pre-pregnancy size. After breastfeeding is established, your body may release oxytocin when you hear a baby cry, think of your baby, or have sexual intercourse. When this occurs, your breasts may leak milk whether or not you are actively …
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… you may have common problems that aren't caused by your pregnancy, like a cold or influenza (flu). Or you may … These minor symptoms generally don't cause problems or hurt your baby. In general, doctors say it's usually safe to take … Read and follow all instructions on the label. Ask your doctor before taking any cold or flu medicines, …
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… healing time than light or medium peels. Before the peel Your doctor can help you decide what depth of peel and what … type of chemical is best for you. This decision is based on your skin type, which areas you want peeled, and what kind … you want. You will be given instructions on how to prepare your skin before the peel. How a peel is done You may be …
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… and odorless, you cannot tell if you have nitrate in your well water unless you test for it. Nitrate is more … guideline levels of nitrate in drinking water. To help keep your family safe: Have your well water tested for nitrate Never give your baby well …
