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… Be drug smart Last updated August 28, 2024 On this page: Opioid use support Questions you may have Useful … and small group counselling is available to people of all ages who are directly or indirectly affected by alcohol and … Directory  or contact your  local health authority . Drug-related overdoses and deaths are a serious concern. Be drug …
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… BMI is at least 27 and you also have another health problem related to your weight, such as diabetes, high blood … it can give me that little extra help I seem to need. John, age 50 I realize that I didn't gain my extra weight in just … the rest of my life. I need a long-term solution. George, age 45 My sister has been taking a weight-loss medicine for …
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… Counselling for Your Teen On this page: Overview Overview If your teen is in counselling, it … are different types of counselling. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is one type. CBT focuses on changing certain thoughts and behaviours. Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) is another type. DBT teaches healthy ways to …
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… Rhinoplasty On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well … will pull back the skin. Parts of the bones and cartilage under the skin will be removed or reshaped. Then the … on a fully developed nose. This has usually occurred by age 15 or 16 in females and by age 17 or 18 in males. If …
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… Progesterone - Oral On this page: Uses Other Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions … (a type of estrogen) as combination hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in women after menopause. Combination HRT can … is also used as part of combination hormone replacement therapy with estrogens to reduce menopause symptoms (such as …
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… and you may need to seek medical care, even if it's not related to COVID-19. If you feel unwell and are unsure about … contact your health care provider or call 8-1-1 . On this page: Testing for children and youth Rapid antigen tests … they need testing. If your infant is less than 3 months of age and has a fever or shows signs of illness, they should …
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… and Acromioplasty for Rotator Cuff Disorders On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well … few days after surgery even if you are using a sling. Physiotherapy after surgery is crucial for a successful recovery. … general risks of surgery, such as blood loss or problems related to anesthesia, complications of this surgery may …
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… to the inhalation of cannabis aerosols; however, this page refers specifically to the use of nicotine products. … to help you quit smoking include: Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), such as a nicotine patch, gum, lozenges or … when, where and why you vape will help you prepare to manage your triggers and cravings. Consider tracking your …
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… Behavioural Methods for Urinary Incontinence On this page: Treatment Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How … Systematic Reviews (1). Goode PS, et al. (2011). Behavioral therapy with or without biofeedback and pelvic floor … Systematic Reviews (1). Goode PS, et al. (2011). Behavioral therapy with or without biofeedback and pelvic floor …
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… Expert: Be Active to Help Your Back Heal On this page: Dr. Robert Keller Dr. Robert Keller What is low back … Romito MD - Family Medicine Joan Rigg PT, OCS - Physical Therapy Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise … Romito MD - Family Medicine & Joan Rigg PT, OCS - Physical Therapy This information does not replace the advice of a …