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… for family caregivers Last updated September 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93b Elder Abuse Prevention Series … caregivers may have personal problems including financial, mental health or substance misuse. It may be hard for them to safely offer …
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… Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a type of bacteria. If it's not treated by a doctor, it can get worse over time and cause serious health problems. The infection can be active at times and … problems with the nervous system and the heart, and mental disorders. It can also cause death. What Happens The …
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… Overview Your child may have developmental delays as well as other problems that can make … teens, and adults who have Down syndrome vulnerable to abuse, injury, and other types of harm. You can help manage … feelings. They are prone to depression and other mental health problems. Many adolescents and adults work these …
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… Back Problems and Injuries On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … at one time or another. Our body movements usually don't cause problems. But sometimes symptoms can develop from … Pain from an injury may be sudden and severe. Bruising and swelling may occur soon after the injury. Pain from an acute …
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… to severe. Alcohol can cause a child to have physical or mental problems that may last all of his or her life. The … Whether the mother used other drugs, smoked, or had poor health for any reason while she was pregnant. In these … problems in school and mental health problems, such as substance use disorder , depression , or anxiety . There is …
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… jocks. It's for everyone. Being active can help you stay healthy, control your weight, and get the most out of life. … Around Barriers to Exercise Get Regular Exercise for Mental Health Getting Started With Flexibility and … New Normal Kris's Story: Getting Active With No Excuses Making a Change That Matters Multiple Sclerosis: …
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… Restless Legs Syndrome On this page: Health Tools Symptoms Examinations and Tests Treatment … legs syndrome usually affects the legs. But it can cause unpleasant feelings in the arms, torso, or even a … about the symptoms of restless legs. If you're not sleeping well, or if you think you may have restless legs syndrome, …
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… problems with only lifestyle changes. Insomnia can be caused by menopause or problems such as depression , anxiety , … changes are the best long-term choice to help you sleep well. Sleeping pills may have side effects, such as daytime … called chronic insomnia. It is often a symptom of another health problem, such as depression or chronic pain. Chronic …
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… Information Overview Birth control is any method used to prevent pregnancy. Another word for birth control is … unplanned pregnancy. Be sure to tell your doctor about any health problems you have or medicines you take. He or she … only. Barrier methods generally do not prevent pregnancy as well as IUDs or hormonal methods do. Barrier methods include …
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… Asthma in Children On this page: Overview Health Tools Cause Symptoms What Happens What Increases Your … is unknown. Health experts believe that inherited, environmental, and immune system factors combine to cause … chemicals that cause inflammation in response to certain substances ( allergens ) that cause allergic reactions . …
