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… you take medicine too. How can you make changes? You might have to make a few changes to follow a heart-healthy diet. … people, some forms of physical activity might be unsafe or should only be started after talking with a doctor. If you … people, some forms of physical activity might be unsafe or should only be started after talking with a doctor. If you …
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… away in the first few days of your period. It is common to have tender breasts, bloating, and muscle aches a few days … test to make sure that your thyroid gland is working as it should. Learn more Menstrual Diary to Monitor Premenstrual … test to make sure that your thyroid gland is working as it should. Learn more Menstrual Diary to Monitor Premenstrual …
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… procedure on the lower part of your body. One example is a surgery on your lower belly, hips, or legs. It can also be … procedure on the lower part of your body. One example is a surgery on your lower belly, hips, or legs. It can also be …
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… or transplanted tissue used in eye, brain or spine surgery. CJD is not contagious. How is CJD diagnosed? A …
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… fast for a certain amount of time before a medical test or surgery, often 8 hours or more. Religious fasting. Many … fast for a certain amount of time before a medical test or surgery, often 8 hours or more. Religious fasting. Many …
Medical tests
… the muscles to react in ways that aren't normal. If you have leg pain or numbness, you may have these tests to find … problems during your test. Your doctor will tell you if you should stop taking any of them before the test and how soon … problems during your test. Your doctor will tell you if you should stop taking any of them before the test and how soon …
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… cold, it is very common and very contagious. Most children have had it at least once by age 2. RSV is usually not … ribavirin while they are in the hospital. Pregnant women should avoid contact with a child who is receiving … adults—who have health problems and other risk factors should see a doctor at the first sign of RSV. How to help …
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… a home that is smoke free At the right temperature (babies should be cozy and warm, but not too hot) Breastfeeding has … own. This is an important skill that will help both of you have more restful nights. To help teach your baby how to … which story to read, which pajamas to wear or whether to have bubbles in their bath Make bedtime a special time and …
Healthy eating
… All freshly made food and beverages being sold to students should score as Sell . Price healthiest food and beverage … or serving food is handling the food properly (e.g. servers have hand-washing stations). Use single use plastic dishes …
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… Lotions or creams that contain antihistamines should not be used for chickenpox. But sometimes … scratching: Clean and closely trim the child's fingernails. Have a small child wear mittens or clean cotton socks on his … Lotions or creams that contain antihistamines should not be used for chickenpox. But sometimes …