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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so that you can talk to your doctor … the doctor puts a lighted tube, or scope, and surgical tools into small cuts in your belly. This allows the doctor …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Helping your infant feel better Your infant (newborn to 12 months) … child or teen needs immunizations, talk with them about what to expect. Address any misconceptions. This may help … child. Immunizations Adaptation Date: 9/12/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation …
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… months Last updated January 30, 2018 At 18 to 24 months, your toddler's language skills are flourishing. Your … are starting to become even more interesting. Read about what else you can expect. Language milestones At this age, … toddler as often as possible - reading is an excellent tool for nurturing language development. Here are some other …
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… pills. The sugar pills don't contain any hormones. You have your period on that week. But other packs have no sugar … you choose the birth control method that is right for you. What are the advantages of using combination pills for birth … you if you have certain health problems. Adaptation Date: 9/11/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation …
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… keep the heart pumping blood to the lungs and the body. What controls the timing of your heartbeat? Your heart's electrical system controls the … your atria and ventricles (this is called a sinus rhythm). What makes your heart rate speed up or slow down? The cells …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so that you can talk to your doctor … a camera attached (endoscope) into the incision. Surgical tools are put in along with the scope. You may decide to …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so that you can talk to your doctor … really needed. My doctor and I make sure I have an up-to-date epinephrine shot just in case, but I've never had to …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese How do I know what my sexual health status is? Routine testing will tell … benefits: It reduces the chances of passing the STI on to your partner(s) You are less likely to develop complications … your knees apart or standing with one foot raised on a stool Squeeze the small ring between the thumb and middle …
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… page: What is lactose intolerance? Lactose intolerance is a … intestine doesn't make enough of an enzyme called lactase . Your body needs lactase to break down, or digest, lactose. … Gurgling or rumbling sounds in your belly. Gas. Loose stools or diarrhea. Throwing up. How is lactose intolerance …
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… page: What is sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)? Sometimes a … the risk of SIDS and other deaths related to sleep. Put your baby to sleep on their back, not on their side or … Years Support Groups and Social Support Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation …
