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… of smell. It can be a problem by itself or a symptom of another health problem. It can last a short time, such as when you … may smell different than they used to. How can it affect your life? The sense of smell is closely tied to the sense …
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… Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis Last updated November … a feeling of tiredness that does not go away after resting. Other symptoms include loss of appetite, abdominal … chronic hepatitis may develop cirrhosis. Cirrhosis damages your liver so it doesn’t work well. If you have cirrhosis or …
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… Information Overview A splint protects a broken bone or other injury. If you have a removable splint, follow your doctor's instructions and only remove the splint if … had surgery, moisture under the splint can increase the risk of infection. Tape a sheet of plastic to cover your …
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… rehabilitation (rehab) program, you will work with many health professionals. Each will have a specific role in your rehab. While you are in rehab, make sure to stay in touch with your doctor or other health professionals who can keep track of your …
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… Contact us You can contact HealthLink BC 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to get health … health service navigator. To get service in another language, state the language you need support in (for … telephone service like Skype or Google Talk, or if your service provider doesn’t support calling 8-1-1 , please …
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… leaves the body in urine and stool. During pregnancy, the mother's body removes the extra bilirubin for the baby. After … get good at removing bilirubin from the blood. If you feed your baby every 2 to 3 hours, mild jaundice will usually go … becomes a concern. It may be that some babies have health problems that make them more likely to have bilirubin …
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… phytochemicals while usually being lower in calories than other types of foods. Animal foods like skinless poultry, … are many advantages to a plant-based diet. It can lower your risk of chronic diseases like heart disease and cancer, help …
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… Information Overview If you have substance use disorder , your doctor may suggest treatment at an inpatient or … on: How severe the substance use disorder is. Your mental health. Your family support. Your living situation. How the … tried outpatient treatment, but it didn't work. You have other physical or mental health problems. Your home …
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… you make the decision to seek hospice palliative care, make your search easier by using this checklist to find out about … counselling or advisors Respiratory, occupational, and physiotherapists Social workers Home health aides Shopping and errands Meal preparation and …
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… new parents need two support networks - one focused on healthcare and one focused on personal needs like emotional … Supportive partners A supportive partner can help to ease your fears and frustrations. Sharing a healthy lifestyle … together, you can build strong connections with one another and your child. Personal support networks While your …
