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… are the most harmful to your baby. Visit the Canadian Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking guidelines to find out what a … baby during pregnancy is also influenced by the following factors: The birthing parent’s overall health and … information on where counseling is available in your area. Lower Mainland/Greater Vancouver 604-660-9382; Outside Lower …
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… you are healthy your chances of becoming sick with MRSA are low. Your doctor will likely consider MRSA if you have a … of MRSA in hospitals? If you are visiting a hospital, follow hospital guidelines to prevent the spread of MRSA, …
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… from others. It's more than normal sadness, grief, or low energy. Treatment can help you enjoy life again. Who … from others. It's more than normal sadness, grief, or low energy. Treatment can help you enjoy life again. Who …
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… of radiation you get from one of these scanners is very low.) If you are exposed to radiation from a nuclear … of radiation you get from one of these scanners is very low.) If you are exposed to radiation from a nuclear …
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… minor reasons. This can make relationships very difficult. Low self-worth. A frantic fear of being left alone … minor reasons. This can make relationships very difficult. Low self-worth. A frantic fear of being left alone …
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… inflammation in the arteries. Colchicine is not a pain medication and should not be taken to relieve pain. How … food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. Swallow the tablets whole. Do not crush or chew the tablets. … food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. Swallow the tablets whole. Do not crush or chew the tablets. …
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… tell your doctor if you have heart disease, chest pain (angina), or have had a heart attack or stroke in the … sudden severe headache. Uses Febuxostat is used to lower uric acid levels in people with gout. Febuxostat works … with a medication called allopurinol did not work to lower your uric acid level, caused serious side effects, or …
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… you hope to be more active, to look and feel better, or to lower your chances of a long-term disease? Whatever the … as "what." Pace yourself. You may want or need to quit slowly by reducing the number of times you use tobacco each … are reminders that can help when negative thoughts creep back. In your quit plan, you'll want to include ways to …
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… Basics What is jaundice in newborns? Jaundice is a yellow tint to a newborn's skin and the white part of the eyes. … is at risk for jaundice, your doctor may want to do a follow-up examination. Most babies have mild jaundice. It … and not suck well. Be cranky or jittery. Arch their back. Have a high-pitched cry. A high bilirubin level can be …
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… and narrow. Or it may be very flat and broad in front or back or on the sides. The baby may have a misshapen nose or … can cause brain damage and can make the baby develop more slowly than other children. How is it diagnosed? You or your … surgery prevents or relieves pressure on the brain and allows the skull to expand normally. It also corrects the …
