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… and having you sit away from others in the waiting room. Should you have checkups or treatment for conditions other … you come to the hospital, you may have your temperature taken. You'll be asked about any symptoms, such as a fever, … and having you sit away from others in the waiting room. Should you have checkups or treatment for conditions other …
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… lower your risk of gout flares or attacks. Steps you can take Follow a healthy diet that is low in saturated and … in omega-3 fats and low in saturated fat. If your fish intake is less than two servings per week, discuss the use of …
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… passing an exam. To keep this certification, doctors must take continuing medical education courses. How can you find … of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada) What questions should you ask? Think about what you are looking for in a … of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada) What questions should you ask? Think about what you are looking for in a …
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… with a full bladder. At what stage of my pregnancy should I have a prenatal ultrasound? Your physician, midwife … including fetal ultrasounds, are medical procedures and should only be used when there is a medical reason to do so. …
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… or a health care representative, agent, or proxy. What should you include in an advance care plan? It may be hard … Tools Health Tools help you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your health. Decision Points focus on … food and fluids if you can't eat or drink. Antibiotics are medicines used to treat serious infections. Life support How …
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… activity might make it easier to see the connections. When should you test your blood sugar? Some people who have … Prev Next > slide 7 of 11, Get the test strip ready., Take one strip from the bottle of test strips. Follow the … You can get these logs from companies that make diabetic medicines and supplies. Or use a home blood sugar diary. …
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… blocks you need for a healthy pregnancy. Steps you can take To meet your energy (calorie) needs during pregnancy: … (folic acid) needs , especially in the 1st trimester: Take a daily multivitamin that has 0.4 mg (400 mcg) of folic acid. Do not take more than 1 mg (1000 mcg) per day. Choose high folate …
