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… treatment raise many ethical and legal concerns. Multiple pregnancy Transferring several fertilized eggs during … conceive two or more fetuses at the same time. Multiple pregnancy increases the risk of premature birth, low birth … of conception and decrease the chances of having a multiple pregnancy. Embryos If you are planning to use assisted …
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… For information on getting a COVID-19 vaccine, please visit: Government of British Columbia: COVID-19 immunization … eligible for treatment To learn more about testing, visit: BC Centre for Disease Control: When to get a COVID-19 … Treatments . To find out if treatment may be right for you, visit the  Government of British Columbia: COVID-19 testing …
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… or heart attack symptoms Symptoms of sepsis Pain in early pregnancy Babies younger than 3 months of age, with a fever … about common lung disease and respiratory conditions by visiting our Lung and respiratory conditions page or …
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… if they are also taking "water pills" (diuretics). 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, … this medication during pregnancy. If you are pregnant, prenatal care that includes tests for birth defects is …
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… if they are also taking "water pills" (diuretics). 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, … this medication during pregnancy. If you are pregnant, prenatal care that includes tests for birth defects is …
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… or use tobacco. Uses This medication is used to prevent pregnancy. Medroxyprogesterone is like a natural hormone … menstrual period. If you have just given birth or had a pregnancy loss or abortion after the first 3 months of … Dose It is important to get each dose of this medication as scheduled. If you miss a dose, ask your doctor or pharmacist …
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… organs in place get weak or damaged. It's often linked to pregnancy and vaginal childbirth. During pregnancy and delivery, pelvic muscles can get stretched and … if you lie down. When to Call a Doctor Call your doctor to schedule an appointment if: You notice tissue pushing into …
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… Newborn babies of mothers who had untreated HIV during pregnancy. Children of mothers with HIV. Children who are … if you or your child has trouble with the medicines or the schedule for taking them. The doctor may be able to … Newborn babies of mothers who had untreated HIV during pregnancy. Children of mothers with HIV. Children who are …
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… situations as an icebreaker. Use examples on TV or a teen's pregnancy to start a discussion. You can practice talking … Talking openly and honestly about sex may prevent teenage pregnancy. Having an open, honest relationship with your … or touching to hurt others. Talking about STIs and pregnancy Two-thirds of all sexually transmitted infections …
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… Overview What is premature (preterm) birth? Pregnancy normally lasts about 40 weeks. When delivery … possible. Your baby probably will come home with a feeding schedule. To avoid dehydration, never go longer than 4 hours … be allowed to touch and maybe hold your baby. When you visit your baby in the NICU, remember that: A preterm infant …