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… Aspirin: Should I Take Daily Aspirin to Prevent a Heart Attack or Stroke? Decision Point You may … doctor about them. Aspirin: Should I Take Daily Aspirin to Prevent a Heart Attack or Stroke? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare … your doctor may also talk about your age. People who are younger than 40 don't seem to benefit much from aspirin. For …
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… Register your pregnancy for prenatal care Last updated April 15, 2015 Overview Pregnancy is an … your local health authority. Community support and prenatal care is available to all pregnant people who are residents … your baby and family get the best possible information, care and support. Public health nurses can support you in …
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… Healthwise Self-Care Checklist On this page: Step 1. Observe the Problem … at Home Making the Most of Your Appointment Vital Signs in Children Your Home Health Centre Current as of: …
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… Vaginal care after giving birth Last updated August 5, 2013 After … giving birth, the area around your vagina needs special care. Find advice on coping with discomfort, bleeding and … bad, or persists longer than six weeks, call your health care provider. Caution! Use pads, not tampons, until any …
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… Self-Care After a Stroke On this page: Overview Related … You need to have a major say in the decisions about your care. This may be hard for you, and you may sometimes feel … that you want to be involved in the decisions about your care. State your wishes and opinions on matters that affect …
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… Caregiving: Skin Care for Immobile Adults On this page: … and toes. Rashes can develop in the groin and anal areas. Preventing pressure injuries You can help prevent pressure injuries by carefully turning the person …
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… Diabetes: Taking Care of Your Feet Actionset Overview When you have diabetes, … ulcer or a serious infection. With good foot care, you can prevent most of these problems. Caring for your feet can be … heal. By giving your feet extra care and attention, you can prevent injuries and infections. Check your feet daily for …
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… Managing eating, chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities Last updated June 17, 2024 HealthLink BC … or other items getting stuck in the upper airway (causing choking) or entering the lungs (causing aspiration). A … friends and volunteers must be aware of the signs of choking: Forceful coughing Hands clutched to throat and …
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… Schizophrenia: When Hospital Care is Needed On this page: Overview … the person to get treatment. Talk with your health care providers and/or local law enforcement officials about the … thing to do. But it might be the only thing you can do to prevent your loved one from harming himself or herself or …
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… Coverage for Hospice Palliative Care in Canada Hospice palliative care is paid for in different ways across Canada. If you are considering hospice palliative care, it is important for you and your family to find out …
