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… found in oysters and other shellfish in warm coastal waters during the summer months. People who have weak immune … this condition than other people. What are the symptoms? In healthy people, Vibrio vulnificus foodborne illness can … based on a medical history and a physical examination. Your doctor will ask you questions about your symptoms, …
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… birthing centres offer tubs or whirlpools for labour. If yours does, talk to your doctor or midwife about labouring … Citations Cluett ER, et al. (2018). Immersion in water during labour and birth. Cochrane Database of Systematic … 07, 2022. Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… gets in the way of a good night's sleep. It could also help your doctor know more about what affects your sleep. Day 1 2 … What time did you get up? Did you wake up during your sleep time? How many times? For how long? Did … Current as of: November 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… prevent tooth decay in young children by adopting these healthy habits. Teach your child to brush and floss every day. Clean your baby's … At night, you could fill the bottle with plain water. During the day, offer an empty cup for your child to play …
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… cancer has a time of adjustment afterward. This is part of your recovery, and it may take longer than you expect. These … their own reactions after cancer. Think about getting help during this stage of your recovery. Your doctor can help you … there too. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… relieve the pain. Breast pain can get worse with changes in your hormone levels or changes in the medicines you are … pain, tenderness, or discomfort by wearing a sports bra during exercise. It is important that the sports bra fit … Breasts Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… cancer is normally one of the lymph nodes under the arm. Your doctor injects a blue dye or special tracer substance … on your own. Tell your doctor ALL the medicines and natural health products you take. Some may increase the risk of problems during your test. Your doctor will tell you if you should …
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… Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis Last updated November … chronic hepatitis may develop cirrhosis. Cirrhosis damages your liver so it doesn’t work well. If you have cirrhosis or … your nutrition needs may be different. Speak to your health care provider or a registered dietitian about your diet. Is …
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… Overview A chloride test measures the level of chloride in your blood or urine. Chloride is one of the most important … your doctor tells you to. How It Is Done Blood test A health professional uses a needle to take a blood sample, … of time, collect all your urine. Each time you urinate during this time period, collect your urine in a small, …
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… of good nursing homes. Visit several nursing homes with your family. Most nursing homes have an admissions … to how each one feels to you. Note the levels of nursing care each provides, the cost of each nursing home, and where … of the staff? Many nursing homes are staffed primarily with health care aides, who provide the majority of care to …
