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… Others experience mixed feelings, conflict and tension. What types of abuse or neglect can happen to older adults? … misuse. It may be hard for them to safely offer caregiving. What is financial abuse of older adults? A family member may … and the possibility of abuse or neglect, pay attention to your own emotional and physical health. Here are some signs …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … Warning Do not take this medication if you have severe heart failure that makes you short of breath during light … does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of …
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… Diabetes: How to Give Glucagon On this page: Overview Health Tools Giving the shot Giving the nasal spray Related … you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your health. Actionsets are designed to help people take an … glucagon, they should talk to a doctor to try to find out what caused the low blood sugar. Some causes include too …
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… Herpes Tests On this page: Test Overview Health Tools Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It … type of HSV can help you decide if you want treatment or what treatment might be best for you and your partner(s). Health Tools Health Tools help you make …
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… or illness. Sometimes it can be hard to figure out exactly what's causing a muscle ache or joint pain. For example, … Hernia: Surgery in Adults Injury to the Tailbone (Coccyx) Interactive Tool: Should I Consider Surgery for My Low Back Problem? …
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… on how to increase the nutrition of the foods served in your school, please contact a public health dietitian in … standards that schools are required to use to determine what food and beverages can be sold to students. The Guidelines include information, tools and fact sheets to support implementation across the …
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… that the school staff needs to know to make sure your child's diabetes is under control. Your province may … use. If not, you can find one at www.diabetesatschool.ca/tools/individual-care-plan . Check with your school or … Specify when and how to test your child for ketones and what to do if ketones are present. Physical activity and …
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… loads. The disease may also get worse. How can you take your medicines safely? Stay on your schedule Know how to … how to handle a missed dose. Talk with your doctor about what you should do if you miss a dose. If you take more than … does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of …
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… Center Learn about eye and vision health You rely on your eyes and vision to do most daily activities. Whether … an injury, or a disease. Our topics can help you learn what to do when you have problems with your vision. You'll … Hook Stuck in an Eye Glaucoma Glaucoma Screening Glaucoma: Target Eye Pressure Goniotomy for Childhood Glaucoma Gradual …
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… Injury On this page: What is a posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injury? A PCL … crosses inside the centre of the knee joint. It connects your thigh bone to the bone of your lower leg. The PCL keeps … your injury. Try to keep your knee above the level of your heart. This will help reduce swelling. Take …
