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… first day of one menstrual period until the first day of your next period to find the number of days in your cycle. … medicine. It may help relieve pain and bleeding. What controls your menstrual cycle? Your hormones control … to) the endometrium, a pregnancy begins. (This pregnancy is dated from day 1 of this menstrual cycle.) If the egg isn't …
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… Babies' social and emotional development Last updated September 19, 2024 By the age of nine to 12 months, your baby has developed a distinct personality and … joy through laughter and seek your attention. Here's what else you can expect: Want to take part in activities …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are Group A streptococcal infections? Group A … Symptoms include fever and redness of the skin, shock due to low blood pressure, diarrhea, vomiting, and severe … body tissue or limb. The original site of infection on your body may be a minor wound or injury such as a small …
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… Gonorrhea Test On this page: Test Overview Health Tools Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It … for at least 3 days after you finish treatment. footnote 1 Your sex partner or partners must also be treated for … Citations Public Health Agency of Canada (2006, updated 2010). Gonoccoccal infections. In Canadian Guidelines …
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… Disease On this page: Cause Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests … Medicines Surgery What is Parkinson's disease? Parkinson's disease is a … person. Over time, the disease affects muscles all through your body. This can lead to trouble with swallowing, speech, …
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… Arsenic in drinking water Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 49c Download … surface water supplies such as lakes, streams and rivers. What are the health effects of arsenic exposure? Short to … in drinking water over years or decades can increase your risk of developing certain cancers, including: Skin …
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… On this page: Overview Overview What does "high risk" mean? "High risk" means that a … because they may make you feel drowsy or dizzy or affect your balance. Preventing falls when you take high-risk … your balance and how it makes you feel. When you know what to expect from your medicines, you can take extra care …
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… important to drink enough water? Water keeps every part of your body working properly. It helps your body flush wastes … fluid to get blood to your organs. This is dangerous. What is the right amount of water to drink each day? A … and Staying Active Healthy Eating Adaptation Date: 9/12/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is hepatitis B virus infection? Hepatitis B is a … virus (HBV). What are the symptoms? After the virus enters your body, it may take weeks to months to develop symptoms … to right upper side of the stomach area, dark urine, pale stools, joint pain and jaundice (yellowing of the skin and …
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… Well With It Actionset Overview A pacemaker helps keep your heart beating normally. By taking a few precautions, you can live the life you wish—doing what you've always done and the things you would like to do. … chargers. Ignition systems of gasoline-powered engines or tools. Induction cooktop stoves. CB radios. Keep your …
