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… bacteria to grow and thrive People are less likely to follow food safety guidelines, like hand washing and keeping … Take along a digital food thermometer. Refer to the chart below for the proper temperatures. To check the temperature, … the way to the middle of the food and avoid touching any bones Preheat the grill for about 20 minutes before cooking …
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… After about 18 weeks, the distance between the pubic bone and the fundus (in centimetres) is likely to be about … are many things that can make the fundus seem higher or lower than it really is. For example, the fetus may be in an … are many things that can make the fundus seem higher or lower than it really is. For example, the fetus may be in an …
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… you've had in the past, such as pneumonia or broken bones, or problems with alcohol or drugs. A history of … you've had in the past, such as pneumonia or broken bones, or problems with alcohol or drugs. A history of …
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… Injury Association (ASIA) classifies these injuries as follows: A (complete). There is no feeling or movement of the areas of your body that are controlled by your lowest sacral nerves. This means that you don't have feeling … (SCI)? The spinal cord is surrounded by protective rings of bone called vertebrae. The vertebrae and spinal nerves are …
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… . In rare cases, valley fever can spread to the skin, bones, lymph nodes , and organs. It can lead to meningitis, … make sure you are getting better, it's important to have follow-up visits with your doctor. You may have a chest X-ray … make sure you are getting better, it's important to have follow-up visits with your doctor. You may have a chest X-ray …
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… and don't have feeling. Nerve root pain occurs at or just below the level of injury. It causes brief instances of sharp … Musculoskeletal pain Musculoskeletal pain occurs in the bones, joints, and muscles. The pain is usually made worse … and don't have feeling. Nerve root pain occurs at or just below the level of injury. It causes brief instances of sharp …
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… cause red blood cells to clump together (agglutinate) at low temperatures. Healthy people generally have low levels of cold agglutinins in their blood. But lymphoma … up. In some cases, the clumped blood cells can stop the flow of blood to the tips of the fingers, toes, ears, or …
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… That's because levels of hCG in your urine may be too low for the test to find. Blood pregnancy test. This test … early as 6 to 8 days after you ovulate. Blood tests detect low levels of hCG in your body. They may show a positive … bands, symbols, or words in the window of the device. Follow the instructions for the type of test you're using. Tip: …
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… if you want help choosing one. Why is it used? Usually, low blood oxygen levels cause symptoms like fatigue or … with some health problems, you may not have symptoms from low blood oxygen. Your doctor may suggest checking your … advice line if: Your blood oxygen level (SpO2) drops below 95%. This is true even if the number only drops when …
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… Their moods cycle between very high energy and extreme lows of depression. Not all experts agree on what should be … or jumping from topic to topic. Feeling tired or having low energy. Moving and talking more slowly than usual. Risky behaviour. Emotional symptoms …