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… frequent bottle-feedings, especially with juice or other high-sugar liquids, make a child more likely to develop … to rinse or brush your child's teeth after your child eats high-sugar foods, especially sticky, sweet foods like … frequent bottle-feedings, especially with juice or other high-sugar liquids, make a child more likely to develop …
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… (HPV) test. This test looks for the HPV virus. Some high-risk types of HPV can cause cell changes that could … that are causing the cells to change. If you have a high-risk type of human papillomavirus (HPV) or cell changes … (HPV) test. This test looks for the HPV virus. Some high-risk types of HPV can cause cell changes that could …
Healthy eating
… Once your symptoms improve, you can gradually return to a high fibre diet. If you have symptoms of diverticulitis such … a healthy diet that includes a wide variety of foods. Eat higher fibre foods often Fibre may help prevent diverticula … to fill half your plate with vegetables and fruits. Include higher fibre whole grains such as whole grain bread, …
Healthy eating
… their weight or following a heart healthy diet. Traditional high fat foods are served on these occasions. Occasional … fruit or vegetable (applesauce, pumpkin). Keep servings of high fat desserts small. Offer low fat fruit dessert, such …
Medications
… medication may sometimes cause addiction. This risk may be higher if you have a substance use disorder (such as overuse … drug, especially falls, drowsiness, and weakness. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly … unless directed by your doctor. If you are planning pregnancy, become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant, …
Medications
… corticosteroids given in the nose will be absorbed into the bloodstream. This can lead to side effects of too much … and people who use this medication for a long time and in high doses. Tell your doctor right away if any of the … regularly so your child's height can be checked. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly …
Medications
… especially if you have used it for a long time or in high doses. To prevent withdrawal, your doctor may lower … babies of mothers who receive this medication late in pregnancy may have symptoms such as slow/shallow breathing, … babies of mothers who receive this medication late in pregnancy may have symptoms such as slow/shallow breathing, …
Medications
… family history of osteoporosis polycystic ovarian disease high cholesterol/triglyceride levels seizures mental/mood … herbal products). This medication must not be used during pregnancy. It may harm an unborn baby. Women should start … herbal products). This medication must not be used during pregnancy. It may harm an unborn baby. Women should start …
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… (infertility) Increased chance of an ectopic or tubal pregnancy - where a fertilized egg attaches to the fallopian … are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Lambskin and sheepskin condoms can help … on to your partner(s). The more partners you have, the higher your chances of getting exposed to STIs. Talk about …
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… chances of having more than one baby at a time (multiple pregnancy). Be sure to discuss the risks with your doctor. … chance of having more than one baby at a time (multiple pregnancy). Be sure to discuss this risk with your doctor. There may be a higher risk of birth defects for babies conceived by certain …