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… pills are used to prevent pregnancy. Most people call them "the pill." Combination pills release a regular dose of … the ovaries from releasing an egg each month (ovulation). You have to take a pill every day to prevent pregnancy. The … it at all. How well do they work? In the first year of use: When combination pills are taken exactly as directed , fewer …
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… authority under a power of attorney Sexual abuse occurs when a person pressures an older adult for intimacy, sexually harasses or sexually assaults them. Sexual abuse can also include making sexual comments … to help them with sleep, anxiety or other concerns. If you or someone you know is, or has been abused, you can seek …
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… that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and … information about this product and your specific health needs. Uses This medication is used to treat moderate to … During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with …
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… symptoms. But it seems to work by changing brain activity. You will be in a doctor's office or hospital for the treatment. You'll be awake and will sit in a chair. The TMS device … pain. It sometimes helps with migraine headaches. You may need several treatments before your symptoms start to get …
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… that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and … to treatment. Before each cycle, you should have blood tests to find the best dose for you and to see whether you … center. Symptoms of overdose may include fast/irregular heartbeat and fainting. Notes Lab and/or medical tests (such …
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… behavioural therapy , also called CBT, is a way to help you stay well or cope with a problem by changing how you … way. It can help you notice negative thoughts and reframe them so they're more helpful. If you learn how to reframe … skills can change the way your mind influences your body. When you shift your thinking away from the pain and change …
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… to a tube that collects urine. With a condom catheter , you don't need to insert anything into your body. This catheter can be … find catheters uncomfortable or painful, so they stop using them. Risks Using a catheter increases your risk for: …
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… of smiles and laughter to aid healing. Humour therapy helps you find ways to make yourself (or others) smile and laugh more. When you think of humour therapy, picture clowns in the … especially those that are made worse by stress (such as heart disease and asthma). Anyone can use humour therapy, …
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… that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and … pain (such as in the abdomen, arms, legs, back, joints) when receiving this medication, an opioid pain reliever is … provincial poison control center. Notes Lab and/or medical tests (such as blood pressure, complete blood count, blood …
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… reduce stress. The following suggestions can benefit both your relationships and your mental health. Visit with … child is in bed. Also consider taking bigger chunks of time when you are able to. Make new friends. Forming new contacts … to talk to or relate with the people important to you, tell them. Explain your feelings to them. It can help you both …
