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… Getting started and feeding cues Last updated August 12, 2013 … feel confident. Here are some tips to get you off to a good start - and to help you prevent or overcome common … that babies wake up to feed very often during the night. When babies are full, their arms and legs are relaxed and …
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… When to visit the emergency room Last updated January 29, … approach to your health can also help you make decisions on when to seek care. Click on the links below for more … Informed Health Decisions Making Good Health Decisions … When to visit the emergency room …
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… Inguinal Hernia: Should I Have Surgery Now, or Should I Wait? Decision Point … rare but serious problem called strangulation. This occurs when a loop of intestine or a piece of fatty tissue is … An inguinal hernia (say "IN-gwuh-nul HER-nee-uh") occurs when tissue pushes through a weak spot in your groin muscle. …
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… Information and resources on kidney conditions for health care professionals Last updated … Exercise programs in dialysis clients should be supervised. When supervised by a clinician, intradialytic exercise was … effectiveness of exercise training in patients with kidney failure (American Kidney Fund, USA) A webinar by Dr. Ken …
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… Bronchitis: Should I Take Antibiotics? Decision Point You may want to … usually all that you need. Taking antibiotics too often or when you don't need them can be harmful. Not taking the full … problems (such as asthma or cystic fibrosis), or heart failure. FAQs What is acute bronchitis? Acute bronchitis …
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… Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) for Heart Failure On this page: Overview Overview … blood from your heart to the rest of your body. It's used when your heart is not able to pump enough blood on its own. … used as a temporary or long-term treatment for severe heart failure. A VAD may be used for only a short time if a …
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… Healthy Eating: Starting a Plan for Change Actionset Overview If you have … becoming a healthier person. Keep these key points in mind: When you're trying to develop new habits—whether it's … reach pretty easily. It's easier to stay with something new when you have early, frequent successes. Support from family …
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… Medicines That Can Cause Acute Kidney Injury On this page: Overview Overview Many medicines can cause acute kidney injury (which used to be called acute renal failure), such as: Antibiotics . These include …
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… Pregnancy: Should I Have Amniocentesis? Decision Point You may want to … see if your baby has any signs of a serious health problem. When is amniocentesis done? Amniocentesis is usually done … understand your baby's health problem and what to expect when he or she is born. Results from the test can also help …
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… Becoming More Active: Where to Start On this page: Making Your Plan … with your doctor to create a plan that is right for you. Start slowly. And set small goals. Start with walking. For most people, walking is one of the …
