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Preparing your toddler for healthcare visits

… Preparing your toddler for healthcare visits Last updated August 11, 2013 Your toddler … what's happening. Explain where you are going and why. Use simple language: "The nurse is going to give you an … healthcare appointments during times when your toddler is well rested and not hungry Demonstrate what a health …

Asthma Symptoms of Difficulty Breathing

… can make it hard to speak smoothly. Appearing anxious and being unable to eat because it's too hard to breathe. Using your neck, chest, and … and Adults Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …

VBAC Participation During Birth

… in her baby's birth. Some mothers feel very strongly about being able to bond with the baby right after birth. Unless … for a time after the birth. When a general anesthetic is used, the mother is unconscious through her baby's birth. … (VBAC) Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …

Spinal Cord Injury Safe Transfers To or From a Wheelchair

… the transfer surfaces. If the distance is too great, use a transfer board. It can bridge the gap between the two … other objects in the way. Ask for help. If you worry about being able to transfer yourself, ask for help. Explain to … Cord Injury Current as of: August 25, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …

Midwives

… 2023 In British Columbia, registered midwives offer primary health care to pregnant people and their newborn babies. … psychological and physical elements of health to promote wellness in clients, babies and families. B.C.’s midwifery … across B.C. You do not need a referral to see a midwife. Use the Find a Midwife search tool to find a registered …

Getting Started With Flexibility and Stretching

… Overview Overview Flexibility means being able to move your joints and muscles through their … Current as of: October 10, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …

Hair Loss From Cancer Treatment

… can be emotionally distressing. Not all cancer treatments cause hair loss, and some people have only mild thinning that … causes hair loss only on the part of your body that is being treated. For example, you will lose some or all of the … may be at least partially covered by your provincial health plan or private health insurance. …

Cardiac Rehabilitation Home Program

… yourself after you leave the hospital. Getting stronger and being more active. Your home program will vary in length … up and cool down. Never exercise at an intensity that causes shortness of breath soon after open-heart surgery. … Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …

Managing Emotional Changes During Pregnancy

… On this page: Overview Overview Being pregnant can be an exciting time. But it can also be a … Pregnancy Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …

Cardiac Arrest

… In cardiac arrest, the heart suddenly stops beating. This causes blood to stop pumping to the body. If the heartbeat is … higher risk for sudden cardiac death. footnote 1 Some other health problems can increase the chance of a deadly heart … cause of the cardiac arrest to prevent another one. How can you prevent cardiac arrest? If you have a health problem …