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… is heat-related illness? Too much heat can be harmful to your health. Heat-related illness is the result of your body … heat faster than it can cool itself down. Heat-related illnesses can almost always be prevented. Heat-related … socially isolated People who have chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, or respiratory disease People who …
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… Handling respiratory illnesses Last updated April 22, 2024 Download PDF: Document … a decision to seek care Common lung disease and respiratory conditions How can I prevent respiratory illnesses? … a mask in crowded public spaces, and cough and sneeze into your elbow Cleaning your hands regularly Avoid touching your …
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… Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar) in People Without Diabetes On this page: … or low blood sugar, is most common in people who have diabetes. If you have already been diagnosed with diabetes … be an ongoing problem. It occurs when the level of sugar in your blood drops too low to give your body energy. What …
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… Diabetes: Counting Carbs if You Don't Use Insulin Actionset … Overview Carbohydrate counting can help you control your blood sugar. It helps you know the amount of sugar and … carbs. Work with a registered dietitian or a certified diabetes educator. They can help you plan the amount of …
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… Diabetes: Dealing With Low Blood Sugar From Medicines … the body needs to function normally. Some medicines for diabetes can cause low blood sugar. Even mild low blood … such as sweating, shakiness, and hunger. Taking too much of your diabetes medicine in one day, not eating enough food, …
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… High Blood Pressure: Checking Your Blood Pressure at Home Actionset Overview When blood … your back straight, such as on a dining chair, with both feet on the floor. Rest quietly for at least 5 minutes …
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… Diabetes: High or Low Blood Sugar in Young Children On this … Even if you're careful and do all the right things, your child can have problems with low or high blood sugar. … sugar. Symptoms in very young children Young children with diabetes aren't able to recognize when their blood sugar …
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… Reading Food Labels When You Have Diabetes On this page: Overview Overview … sugar. Here are some things to look for: Serving size. Ask yourself: Is that the amount you eat in a serving? All of … if you have kidney disease. Type 2 Diabetes Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: …
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… Non-Diabetes Medicines That May Raise Blood Sugar On this page: … Overview Overview Some medicines for conditions other than diabetes can raise your blood sugar level. This is a concern when you have …
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… typically come on quickly. How severe they are depends on your susceptibility to the toxin, how much contaminated food you ate, how much of the toxin you ingested, and your general health. The condition is typically over in a … based on a medical history and a physical examination. Your doctor will ask you questions about your symptoms, your …
