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… or before birth or by the use of drugs and alcohol during pregnancy. After a child is born, a head injury, poor … or before birth or by the use of drugs and alcohol during pregnancy. After a child is born, a head injury, poor …
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… when your blood flows harder and faster than usual—during pregnancy, for example, or a temporary illness, such as a … when your blood flows harder and faster than usual—during pregnancy, for example, or a temporary illness, such as a …
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… occur, such as starting a new school. Also, watch for other high-stress situations, such as a heavy class load or final … occur, such as starting a new school. Also, watch for other high-stress situations, such as a heavy class load or final …
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… foods. Fast food and restaurant meals also tend to be very high in sodium. Your doctor may suggest that you limit … foods. Fast food and restaurant meals also tend to be very high in sodium. Your doctor may suggest that you limit …
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… levels begin to rise in the mid- to late evening, remain high for most of the night, and then go down early in the … levels begin to rise in the mid- to late evening, remain high for most of the night, and then go down early in the …
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… hydration and nutrition will depend on: The benefits and risks of using (or not using) these treatments. Talk with … facing a terminal illness, there may come a time when the risks of artificial nutrition and hydration outweigh the … will make your quality of life better. What are the risks of artificial hydration and nutrition? All types of …
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… seats. The following preventive steps can eliminate your risk of getting HIV from someone you are caring for. Wear … and perhaps treatment with antiviral medications. The risk of developing an HIV infection is slight (about 1 in 300), but this risk can be greatly reduced if you get treatment right away, …
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… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview A home lung … peak flow. Repeat these steps 2 more times. Write down the highest of the three numbers in your asthma diary. If you … the day. They are usually lower in the morning and higher in the afternoon. A person with poorly controlled …
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… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview A liver and … yourself as comfortable as possible before the scan begins. Risks Allergic reactions to the radioactive tracer are rare. … in the tracer is very small. This means it isn't a risk for people to be around you after the test. After the …
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… and even save lives. As people age, they may be at much higher risk of severe disease and complications from influenza. For … due to the influenza virus tend to be worse with a greater risk of complications. How can influenza be prevented? You …