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… Yes No I know vaccines are so safe that my baby can get more than one vaccine at a time. Yes No I know every batch … have answered ‘no’ to any of the above, read on to learn more. Are vaccines safe? Yes. Vaccines are safe for your … are reported in each province and territory of Canada, as well as to the federal government and World Health …
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… response to treatment. Do not increase your dose or take it more often than directed. After you have been taking … Talk with your doctor if the medication stops working well or if your condition worsens. Side Effects Dizziness, … loss of balance mental/mood changes (such as agitation, confusion, depression, hallucinations) unusual strong urges …
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… effect can happen at any time while taking this drug but is more likely if you take it for a long time. The risk may be … arm pain, shortness of breath, unusual sweating, confusion, weakness on one side of the body, trouble … drug (NSAID) that helps to decrease pain and swelling. How To Use Take this medication by mouth with or …
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… page: Treatment Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Treatment Overview Radiation … so that they can't grow. Radiation damages normal cells as well as cancer cells. But the normal cells can repair … prostate cancer may include: Feeling very tired (fatigue). Loss of appetite. Skin changes, if you have external …
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… in buildings built before 1950, when lead-based paint was more commonly used. Buildings in other countries that do not … in behaviour, mood, personality, and sleep patterns. Memory loss and trouble thinking clearly. Weakness and muscle …
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… cold intolerance, consistent weight gain, depression, or memory problems. A mildly high thyroid-stimulating hormone … to Hashimoto's thyroiditis , which may cause a gradual loss of thyroid gland function. Research does not provide … hypothyroidism may lower cholesterol levels. But more research is needed. Hypothyroidism …
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… has severe dementia, communicating can be difficult. Memory problems can also get in the way. But there are ways you can assess pain with few to no words. The more you get to know a person, the better you can understand … Changes in behaviour. You may notice sudden aggression, confusion, fatigue, or restlessness. Some people become …
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… about your overall health and lifestyle. In some cases, imaging and other tests may be done to rule out other health … and muscle tension. Get regular sleep. Eat regularly and well. If you wait too long to eat, it can trigger a … use a computer a lot, give your eyes a break by blinking more and sometimes looking away from the screen. Use glasses …
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… of developing body odour and the need for deodorants and more frequent bathing. Teach your child how to care for his … with puberty, such as the following: Girls' hips become more rounded. Girls' nipples grow first and then the breasts … of developing body odour and the need for deodorants and more frequent bathing. Teach your child how to care for his …
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… can also improve symptoms such as trouble breathing and swelling (edema). This injectable form of furosemide is used … these unlikely but serious symptoms: muscle cramps weakness confusion severe dizziness drowsiness unusual dry mouth … reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before using this medication, tell your doctor …