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… who is not in a car seat can be badly injured or killed during a crash or an abrupt stop. This can happen even at … arms are not strong enough to hold and protect a baby during a crash. Many children who are not restrained die because they are torn from an adult's arms during a crash. For every ride in a car, make sure your …
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… immunized in childhood but is not provided for free in B.C. During an outbreak of pertussis, the vaccine may be provided … can also put you at risk. Pertussis can be spread to others during the early stages of the infection when symptoms are … treatment? Pertussis is treated with antibiotics. If taken during the early stages of your illness, the antibiotics …
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… breathing in a saltwater (saline) mist and then coughing. During bronchoscopy , which uses a bronchoscope to look at … are not able to deliver it immediately. Bronchoscopy sample During bronchoscopy, a thin, lighted instrument … If you have general anesthesia, you will feel nothing during the procedure. Risks Home or office sample There are …
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… for 3 weeks in a row and then go without a ring for 1 week. During this week, you have your period. Or you may use the … using a vaginal hormonal ring . Usually, a ring is started during one of the first 5 days of the menstrual cycle . The … isn't critical for it to work. The ring is left in place during sexual intercourse. Leave the ring in place for 3 …
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… for yourself at home? For your eyes Use artificial tears during the day. If one brand doesn't work, try another. Try … may want to avoid eye makeup. For your mouth Drink fluids during the day to keep your mouth moist. Try drinking small … on the label. Use moisturizing skin creams or ointments during the day. Use only moisturizing soaps while bathing. …
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… your doctor found something of concern in your lab work or during your examination. A biopsy can help find out if you … products you take. Some may increase the risk of problems during your procedure. Your doctor will tell you if you … a CT scan, before their biopsy. The test results are used during the biopsy to select the areas of the prostate to …
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… A headache, which is usually throbbing. It gets worse during the night and when you wake up. Not feeling like … energy to eat, dress yourself, or do anything. Waking up during the night and not sleeping well. Feeling dizzy. Your … at an altitude that is lower than the altitude you were at during the day. For example, if you ski at 3,000 m (9,500 …
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… Next > slide 4 of 5, Avoid overcooking., Overcooking changes the colour and texture of your food—and not in a … Next > slide 4 of 5, Avoid overcooking., Overcooking changes the colour and texture of your food—and not in a …
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