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… cancer means eating enough to prevent weight loss and keep your strength up. Cancer and cancer treatments can make it … to enjoy food throughout most of their cancer treatment. Others may have days when they don't feel like eating at … people who have cancer may be very different from normal healthy eating guidelines. Visit the Canadian Cancer …
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… tiny tube that puts pain medicine directly into the area in your back around your spinal cord. This area is called the … For some women, the medicine may slow down labour. For others, it has no effect on the length of labour. In some … (VBAC) Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… This is called presbyopia . You may start to notice that your near vision becomes blurred. As presbyopia gets worse, … your eyesight and a physical examination of your eyes. Other vision tests, such as a slit lamp examination, may … Tests Current as of: October 12, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… Modify Recipes for a Heart-Healthy Diet On this page: Overview Overview You don't have to abandon all your favourite recipes to eat healthier. Several small … a vegetable, and low-fat or skim milk. Using butter or other fats high in saturated fat Using products low in …
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… drinks. Drink water instead. Some fats can be part of a healthy diet. But cutting back on fats from highly processed … and many snack foods is a good way to lower the calories in your diet. Also, use smaller amounts of fats like butter, … ones. Eat fat-free treats in moderation, as you would other foods. If your favourite foods are high in fat, salt, …
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… Overview Heart failure means that your heart muscle does not pump as much blood as your body … failure is affecting the heart in more than one way. In other cases, there may be two separate problems, such as … Failure Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… the nails softer and easier to trim. Start by gathering your supplies. You will need toenail clippers and a nail … toe steady with one hand while you trim the nail with your other hand. Trim the nails straight across. Leave the nails … Your Feet Current as of: March 27, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… to diagnose pilonidal disease. You probably won't need any other tests unless the area doesn't heal or your doctor thinks there may be another problem. How is it … Skin Changes Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… may trigger symptoms, such as wheezing or coughing, or another allergic reaction , such as the rash of atopic … insulation, drywall, carpet, and fabrics. Control mould in your home. Clean bathroom surfaces with soap and water, … and Adults Current as of: March 2, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… the skull, emergency treatment is needed. Call 9-1-1 or other emergency services immediately. Do not apply pressure … a minor wound Before you try to stop the bleeding: Wash your hands well with soap and water (if available). If … 4 and Older Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
