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… HIV testing in pregnancy Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … A person with HIV can pass the virus to their baby during pregnancy, childbirth or while breast/chest feeding. Because … . If you have had blood tests during your pregnancy, ask your health care …
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… Complete Blood Count (CBC) On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done … may not be getting the oxygen it needs. If the count is too high (a condition called polycythemia), there's a chance … values for the total number of each type of white cell. Pregnancy can change these blood values. Your doctor will …
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… High Cholesterol: Making Lifestyle Changes Actionset … "bad" LDL cholesterol from building up in your arteries. High levels of HDL (1.5 or above) are linked with a lower risk of heart attack and stroke. High cholesterol is treated with lifestyle changes and …
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… Toxoplasmosis During Pregnancy On this page: … Sore throat. Skin rash. How is toxoplasmosis diagnosed? A blood test can tell whether you have or have ever had … problems later on. How can you prevent toxoplasmosis during pregnancy? There are several things you can do to avoid …
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… Cancer During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Sometimes cancer and pregnancy can happen at the same time. The type of cancer treatment used during pregnancy depends on a number of things, including: How far …
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… Pregnancy and alcohol use Last updated July 1, 2021 … Document Vietnamese What are the risks of drinking during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you and your … There is no known safe amount of alcohol at any stage of pregnancy. It is safest not to drink at all when you are …
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… Pregnancy and dental health Last updated July 1, 2021 … Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is dental health during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of your … problems, asthma, ear infections and may have a higher risk of infant death How can I keep my teeth and gums …
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… Heartburn During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Heartburn is common during pregnancy. That's because hormones cause the digestive … into the esophagus. Heartburn may start at any time during pregnancy. And it often gets worse as pregnancy progresses. …
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… Pregnancy and parenting resources Last updated September 19, 2024 Overview The following pregnancy and parenting resources are Ministry of Health … provide new parents with information on having a healthy pregnancy and providing information they need to give their …
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… Multiple Sclerosis and Pregnancy On this page: Overview … has MS are able to have children without MS affecting the pregnancy, labour, or delivery. MS does not increase the … or birth defects. Some women have fewer MS symptoms during pregnancy, then a temporary relapse after delivery. But …
