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… many good bacteria that help you digest food and stay healthy. When antibiotics are taken to treat an illness, … may lead to serious illness. Who is most at risk? For most healthy people, C. diff is not a health risk. Those at … of bacteria. What are the treatments? The first step in treating a C. diff infection is to stop taking the antibiotic …
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… people take an active role in managing a health condition. Healthy Eating: Eating Less Sodium High Blood Pressure: Checking … in sodium and rich in fruits and vegetables. Staying at a healthy weight. When you are pregnant, regular checkups are …
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… (such as young children, pregnant women, seniors 65 years and older, and people with certain medical conditions) … vaccine free of charge. Pharmacists can immunize people 4 years of age and older with injectable vaccines and 2 years … are a safe and the most effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and even save lives. To learn …
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… raisins, or figs Raw fruit Popcorn Healthy Eating Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: … raisins, or figs Raw fruit Popcorn Healthy Eating Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: …
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… changes (for example, feeling better when I eat more healthy foods). _____Talking with my family members or … changes (for example, feeling better when I eat more healthy foods). _____Talking with my family members or …
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… HPV9 vaccine is also provided free to individuals 19 to 26 years of age who are: HIV positive Two-Spirit, transgender … is recommended, but not provided free, for: Females 19-45 years of age Males 19 to 26 years of age Males 27 years of age and older who have sex …
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… your chances of quitting for good. Manage blood pressure. A healthy lifestyle along with medicines may help you lower … Manage cholesterol to help keep your blood vessels healthy. A healthy lifestyle along with medicines may help you manage …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Hib … Children between 2 months and 59 months of age (under 5 years) should get the Hib vaccine. It is usually combined … influenzae Type b (DTaP-IPV-Hib) Vaccine Some people 5 years of age and older with certain medical conditions are …
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… Yes Head injury No Head injury How old are you? Less than 4 years Less than 4 years 4 to 59 years 4 to 59 years 60 years … more serious. Your health habits and lifestyle , such as eating and exercise habits, smoking, alcohol or drug use, … light-headed. Changes in mood or personality. For a baby or toddler, you may notice this as the child being a lot …
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… the symptoms come and go. Some people go for months or years without symptoms (remission) and then have a flare-up. … it makes sense to not eat those foods. But be sure to eat a healthy, varied diet to keep your weight up and to stay … whole group of high-nutrient foods, try replacing them with healthy choices. Get support. Ulcerative colitis can affect …
