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… Disorder: Preventing Manic Episodes Actionset Overview If you have bipolar disorder, there are some things you can do … signs of a manic episode. Watch for signs like needing less sleep and feeling happier or grouchier than usual. Keeping … in a journal. Or record them on a chart or a calendar. When you see a pattern or warning signs of a mood swing, …
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have diabetes need to be more careful with alcohol. Before you drink, consider a few things: Is your diabetes well … like light beer or dry wine. Or dilute wine with club soda. When you drink, check your blood sugar before bed. Have a snack before bed so your blood sugar does not drop during sleep. When not to drink Never drink on an empty stomach. …
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… What causes it? Vibrio vulnificus foodborne illness occurs when you eat seafood infected with the bacteria or you have an open wound that is exposed to them. The bacteria are …
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… Fortified foods, also called enriched foods, are foods that have specific nutrients added to them. Why is folate … for my health? Folate helps make healthy new cells. If you do not get enough folate, you could get anemia. People … growing baby that becomes the brain and spine. NTDs happen when this tube does not close completely and the brain or …
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… Tick Bites On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … for signs of illness are all that's needed. Some people may have an allergic reaction to a tick bite. This reaction may … several hours after exposure. Do not ignore early symptoms. When a reaction begins, it is important to respond right …
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… Objects in the Nose On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … or you may have to work very hard to breathe even when you're at rest (severe difficulty breathing). Severe … The child seems to be tiring out. The child seems very sleepy or confused. Moderate trouble breathing means: The …
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… Early years, children and youth Last updated January 7, 2025 Overview Childhood and … to poorer physical fitness and mental health and shorter sleep duration.  Adults play an important role in … what a healthy 24 hours looks like for people of all ages when it comes to physical activity, sedentary behaviour and …
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… and typically considers them harmless. Food allergy happens when the immune system treats specific food proteins as … of food intolerance typically happen when a person does not have enough of a specific enzyme to completely digest or … Can babies be tested for food allergy? Yes, babies and young children can be tested for food allergy. Pediatric …
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… Overview Overview How often do newborns have bowel movements? You may be surprised at the number of diapers your newborn … solid foods, you may notice changes in your baby's stool. When you breastfeed or formula-feed, the stool can range …
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… Speech and Language Development On this page: Overview What You Can Expect Common Concerns Routine Checkups When to Call a Doctor Building Skills at Home Related … to put into words. Starting around 18 months, many children have a burst in talking. By 24 months, children tend to use …