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… been linked to eating contaminated, imported fresh produce. High-risk foods include leafy green vegetables, fresh peas, … it is recommended to eat cooked or locally sourced high-risk foods like leafy green vegetables (such as …
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… Long-term inhaled corticosteroids in preschool children at high risk for asthma. New England Journal of Medicine , … Long-term inhaled corticosteroids in preschool children at high risk for asthma. New England Journal of Medicine , … Long-term inhaled corticosteroids in preschool children at high risk for asthma. New England Journal of Medicine , …
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… program should be chosen according to the child's needs. High-functioning autistic children may be enrolled in … in a regular classroom and work best in smaller, highly structured environments. Consistent use of these … program should be chosen according to the child's needs. High-functioning autistic children may be enrolled in …
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… straight. Avoid stretching to reach something, such as on a high shelf or across a table. Sleep on a firm mattress … wearing supportive, low-heeled shoes and avoiding flat or high-heeled shoes. A pregnancy support belt that rests under … straight. Avoid stretching to reach something, such as on a high shelf or across a table. Sleep on a firm mattress …
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… What are the symptoms? Roseola often starts with a sudden high fever 39.4°C (103°F) to 40.6°C (105°F) that lasts 2 to … in a short period of time. After a fever has reached a high temperature, the risk of a seizure is probably over. … What are the symptoms? Roseola often starts with a sudden high fever 39.4°C (103°F) to 40.6°C (105°F) that lasts 2 to …
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… lifestyles.  Active For Health is a unique tool. It offers high quality resources that support physical activity for …
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… estrogen levels. Eat a diet that is low in animal fats and high in fruits and vegetables. You have no risk for … Other tests done before surgery may include: A complete blood count (CBC) to check for anemia and other abnormal … fertility-sparing treatment. Radiation therapy This uses high-dose X-rays to destroy cancer cells and shrink tumours. …
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… Parkinson's disease history of alcohol/substance abuse low blood pressure breathing problems (such as asthma, emphysema) … cardiac death) Low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood may also increase your risk of QT prolongation. This …
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… period can last about 4 to 6 days. Most of your menstrual blood loss happens during the first 3 days. This is also … pad or hot water bottle. Or take a warm bath. Heat improves blood flow and may decrease pelvic pain. Lie down and prop … knees up toward your chest. This will help relieve back pressure. Exercise. This improves blood flow, produces …
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… The vibration speed of a sound wave determines how high or low a sound is (pitch). The height of the sound wave … than in the other ear. You can only hear certain sounds at high decibel levels. You can hear sounds, but you can't … to hear it. Frequency, or pitch (whether a sound is low or high), is measured in vibrations per second, or hertz (Hz). …