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… Some need more sleep than others. Bedtime tips You can help your baby—and yourself—sleep better. The goal is to help your baby learn … Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Adaptation Date: 9/13/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation …
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… safe they are or how well they may work. Be sure to tell your doctor about any complementary treatments you use or … treatments and whether these treatments may interfere with your standard care. For example, some natural health … able to recommend a brand you can trust. Adaptation Date: 9/11/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation …
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… it from getting worse. Learn how to recognize infection and what you need to do every day to prevent it. Learn how to … protect an arm or leg that is affected. Take good care of your skin and nails. You can find more information about … that part of your body. Follow your doctor's advice about what daily exercises you should do. Exercises can help drain …
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… Enterovirus D68 Last updated February 29, 2024 Download PDF: Document English … are most common in the summer and fall months. To protect yourself and your family against enteroviruses such as EV-D68, make sure …
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… page: What are fibrocystic breast changes? Many women have breasts … called cyclic breast changes, because they come and go with your menstrual cycle. Fibrocystic breast changes are normal … to your doctor about how often you need a breast checkup. What causes them? Experts think that fibrocystic breast …
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… page: What is a broken rib? A broken rib (also called a fracture) … more likely to happen if you have a disease that has made your bones weak, such as osteoporosis or cancer. What are the symptoms? A broken rib may cause pain in the …
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… page: What is restrictive cardiomyopathy? Restrictive cardiomyopathy is a serious problem that makes your heart muscle stiff. When your heart muscle is stiff, it … heart can't pump enough blood to meet your body's needs. What causes it? The cause of restrictive cardiomyopathy is …
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… page: What are muscle cramps? A muscle cramp is a strong, painful … often occur just as you are falling asleep or waking up. What causes them? The cause of muscle cramps isn't always … for a long time, sitting for a long time, or putting your legs in awkward positions while you sleep. Not having …
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… label says. Overuse can cause rebound congestion . It makes your mucous membranes swell up more than before you used the … side effects. If you have any medical conditions speak to your pharmacist or health care provider before using oral … Medicines to Children Sinusitis Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation …
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… page: What is tetanus? Tetanus is a disease caused by a bacterial … Tetanus is also called "lockjaw" because muscle spasms in your jaw make it hard to open your mouth. Tetanus also … to Canada from countries where tetanus shots are rare. What causes it? The bacteria that cause tetanus are called …