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… Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the risks of drinking during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you and … barrier free sex. Is there any safe time to drink alcohol during pregnancy? There is no safe time to drink alcohol … the public health unit ask for a public health nurse or someone from the mental health and addictions team. Alcohol …
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… perfumes, deodorants, or nail polish. Be sure you have someone to take you home. Anesthesia and pain medicine will … products you take. Some may increase the risk of problems during your procedure. Your doctor will tell you if you … that requires a pacemaker. Rare problems include heart attack, stroke, and death. This test is not usually done …
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… what causes it. It may be that the immune system is attacking the body's own tissues. Your genes may play a role … It often occurs in the first 2 years of treatment or during the first year after steroid medicine is stopped. Your doctor will track your condition during this time. If you have a relapse, your doctor will …
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… class of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances … drooling/trouble swallowing fainting interrupted breathing during sleep Rarely, this medication may cause face/muscle … pharmacist about using those products safely. Overdose If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as …
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… the nervous system involved. Stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA) are common examples of these acute problems. … No Lost consciousness If you are answering for someone else: Is the person unconscious now? (If you are … loss of consciousness Did the loss of consciousness occur during the past 24 hours? Yes Loss of consciousness in past …
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… Or they may say that they feel like hitting something or someone. Hostility isolates you from other people. Anger and … having another health problem, such as depression , a heart attack , or a stroke . Violent behaviour Violent behaviour … and teens can call 1-800-668-6868. When to call for help during self-care Call your doctor if feelings of anger, …
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… or hand (especially the left hand) may be signs of a heart attack . Diabetes may change how the hands normally feel or … extreme response to cold temperature or emotional stress. During an attack of Raynaud's, the blood vessels in the … travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else drive you. You are in an area where heavy …
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… reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural … weight and height in children who are taking this drug. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when … and all your doctors know you use this drug. Overdose If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as …
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… for lower or unzip their pants. Offer help if needed. Helping someone use a urinal Ask the person to position the urinal … for lower or unzip their pants. Offer help if needed. Helping someone use a urinal Ask the person to position the …
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… a hard time knowing when they're sitting or standing. Helping someone who has perception changes If a person has … a hard time knowing when they're sitting or standing. Helping someone who has perception changes If a person has …
