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… Pregnancy: Dropping (Lightening) On this page: Overview … Medicine & Kirtly Jones MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology … Pregnancy Dropping Lightening …
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… Heart Attack and Stroke Risk Screening On this page: Overview … tools that doctors use. They may show that your risk is higher or lower than it really is. But the tools give you … tools that doctors use. They may show that your risk is higher or lower than it really is. But the tools give you …
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… Smoking: Health Risk for Family Members On this page: Overview Related … and bronchitis in the first few years of life. Have a higher risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). But you … and bronchitis in the first few years of life. Have a higher risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). But you …
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… Alcohol Increases the Risk of Cold Injury On this page: Overview Related … Information Overview Drinking alcohol may increase the risk of injury from cold exposure. Alcohol: Changes your … our content . … Overview Drinking alcohol may increase the risk of injury from cold exposure. Alcohol: Changes your …
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… Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products Last … they are electronic devices. They heat tobacco to a very high temperature so that the user can inhale nicotine … tobacco and nicotine products carry health risks and are highly addictive. The best thing you can do for your health …
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… High-Protein Foods for Wound Healing On this page: Overview … you on the right amount of protein you need. Examples of high-protein foods High-protein foods include lean meat, poultry, and fish. You …
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… Radiation Exposure: Risks and Health Effects On this page: Overview … of a child getting cancer from the same CT scan can be much higher. footnote 1 A child who was treated with radiation … exposed to more radiation than other people if you: Live at high altitude. Have certain medical tests (such as X-rays or …
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… Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol Last updated May 25, 2023 HealthLink BC … found in your blood. There are two main types: HDL (high density lipoprotein) or 'good' cholesterol LDL (low … if you have questions. What else can I do to lower my risk of heart disease? Reach and maintain your best weight …
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… Health Risks Related to Smokeless Tobacco On this page: Overview … Smokeless tobacco products are addictive. They are not risk-free alternatives to smoking. And they are harmful to … Smokeless tobacco products are addictive. They are not risk-free alternatives to smoking. And they are harmful to …
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… Reducing risk of food allergy in your baby Last updated March 31, … you may have: Should I avoid certain foods during my pregnancy or while breastfeeding? There is no need to avoid … 12 months of age and is eating a variety of foods that are high in iron. Additional resources For information and …
