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… measles situation, try to phone ahead to assure that they have vaccine in stock and to find out if you need an appointment. Who should get the MMR vaccine? The MMR vaccine is given to … infected with the virus in the first 3 months of their pregnancy. Rubella can also cause miscarriage or stillbirth. …
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… good. Common Concerns Here are some common concerns people have about what might happen at the dentist's office. Will a … Learn more Dental Anxiety Routine Checkups When your child should start seeing a dentist Experts recommend that your … caused by injury, disease, or a developmental problem should be seen by a children's (pediatric) dentist right …
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… taking oxygen to every part of your body. People who have sickle cell disease have mostly sickled red blood … before a child is born (prenatally). Prenatal tests include amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling (CVS) . Couples … instructions on how to treat pain at home. Your plan should also tell you when you need to go to the hospital if …
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… in all areas or covered by all provincial health plans. Who should be screened? Most cervical cancer screening programs … for when to start having Pap tests and how often to have them vary from province to province. Your doctor can … Cancer Health Screening: Finding Health Problems Early HPV: Should My Child Get the Vaccine? Pap Test …
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… is part of a healthy life. It can be safe for people who have a heart problem. But some people may worry about having … stamina and become stronger so that sex is more enjoyable. Should you avoid sex? If you have a heart problem, you may … like chest pain, when you do anything active, you probably should avoid sex until you talk to your doctor. If you've …
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… December 12, 2024 Overview Anemia is when the body does not have enough red blood cells. Symptoms include feeling dizzy, … vitamin B12: Vegan diet Vegetarian diets Anemia during pregnancy Anemia during a healthy pregnancy is common. Find out about causes, symptoms, …
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… has information about the loss of a baby after 20 weeks of pregnancy but before the baby is born. For information about … want to watch you for signs of depression . You may want to have counselling for support and to help you express your … right away if the baby is moving less than before. How long should you wait before you try to get pregnant again? Talk …
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… or low blood sugar, is most common in people who have diabetes. If you have already been diagnosed with … your diet, medicines, or exercise habits might help. What should you do in an emergency? If mild or moderate … hypoglycemia usually pass out. If you pass out, someone should call 9-1-1 right away. If you have a health problem …
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… Overview Overview How often do newborns have bowel movements? You may be surprised at the number of … also be caused by medicines or a diet of milk only. What should you watch for in your baby's bowel movements? Your … Diarrhea may cause a loss of fluid ( dehydration ). When should you call for help? Call your doctor or nurse advice …
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… But it may start earlier or later. See your doctor if you have not started having periods by age 15. Your period is a … of changes your body goes through to prepare for a possible pregnancy. Menarche also means that you can get pregnant if … day of ovulation or on any of the five days before it. You should assume you can get pregnant any time of the month. …
