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… deposits called plaque (say "plak") to build up inside blood vessels called arteries. Arteries carry oxygen-rich … same for women and men. These include smoking, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, lack of exercise, and …
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… Bowel Disease: Caring for Your Ostomy Actionset Overview Caring for your ostomy is an important part of maintaining your quality of life. You will need to: Empty your pouch as …
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… and reduces your risk for a heart attack, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and some cancers. Knowing why you want to get more …
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… Writing your birth plan or birth wishes Last updated August 12, 2013 … for everyone involved in your care to read Umbilical cord blood collection The blood from an umbilical cord contains stem cells, which can …
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… Diabetes: Taking Care of Your Teeth and Gums On this page: Overview Related … Information Overview When you have diabetes, managing blood sugar levels and taking good care of your teeth and gums are both important. When blood sugar levels are high, there's a greater risk for: Gum (periodontal) disease. …
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… Type 1 Diabetes in Children: Caring for Your Child On this page: Overview … to understand the relationship between food and his or her blood sugar. Children may eat extra foods without telling their parents or other adults. This can lead to high blood sugar levels and hospitalizations. Make it clear …
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… Activities to encourage your toddler to play Last updated August 14, 2013 Play may … like the most natural thing in the world for toddlers, but your participation and encouragement are important - it's best when your child has options to choose from. Let play be directed …
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… Examining Your Beliefs to Manage Stress On this page: Overview Overview Your world view Your world view is your basic beliefs about human nature, …
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… Asthma: Educating Yourself and Your Child On this page: Overview Overview Educating yourself and your family about asthma is essential for you …
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… Your Baby's Movements During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview During your pregnancy, you'll feel your baby move. For example, your baby may kick, hiccup, …
