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… diff infections may lead to serious illness. Who is most at risk? For most healthy people, C. diff is not a health risk. Those at greater risk of infection include: People who are taking antibiotics …
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… living with prediabetes. Obesity and diabetes increase the risk of developing other health conditions: Obesity … Prediabetes refers to blood sugar levels that are higher than normal; nearly 50% of those with prediabetes … and muscle strengthening exercise and decrease sedentary behaviour (e.g., sitting or watching TV) for health benefits …
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… has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do … Tell your doctor right away if you have symptoms of high blood sugar, such as increased thirst/urination. If you … Tell your doctor right away if you have symptoms of high blood sugar, such as increased thirst/urination. If you …
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… and your specific health needs. Warning Codeine has a risk for abuse and addiction, which can lead to overdose and … how to treat it. The risk for severe breathing problems is higher when you start this medication and after a dose … months of pregnancy. Also, using it for a long time or in high doses near the expected delivery date may harm the …
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… and your specific health needs. Warning Methadone has a risk for abuse and addiction, which can lead to overdose and … risk for severe breathing problems or heartbeat problems is higher when you start this medication, when you are … months of pregnancy. Also, using it for a long time or in high doses near the expected delivery date may harm the …
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… A problem with the mother's health, such as diabetes , high blood pressure , or a blood-clotting problem. A problem … what happened. And it may help find out if there is any risk for a future pregnancy. A doctor also may test the … the stillbirth. You can't prevent every problem. But some behaviours can increase the chance of a healthy baby. …
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… it may be hard for you to understand your child's shy behaviour. Pushing your toddler into uncomfortable … your child is an individual. Although you can influence behaviour to some degree, temperament is mostly inherited … it may be hard for you to understand your child's shy behaviour. Pushing your toddler into uncomfortable …
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… has threatened or used physical, verbal, emotional or sexual abuse in the past, this may get worse when you’re … partner violence, is a pattern of threats of or physical, sexual or emotional violence using power and control. Some … safe place, and that worry is very real. Violence, trauma, sexual assault and other forms of abuse affect our health …
