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… Child Safety: Preventing Burns On this page: Overview … 49°C (120°F) . Use kitchen range dial protectors. These prevent a child from turning on the heating elements of a … But they can be uncomfortable and painful. You can help prevent friction burns in the following ways. Avoid dragging …
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… Preventing Poisoning in Young Children On this page: … to keep dangerous products or items away from children. Preventing poisoning Choose the least hazardous product … to keep dangerous products or items away from children. Preventing poisoning Choose the least hazardous product …
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… Heatstroke Prevention: Acclimating to the Heat On this page: Overview … & H. Michael O'Connor MD - Emergency Medicine … Heatstroke Prevention Acclimating to the Heat …
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… Aspirin to Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke On this page: Overview Overview Aspirin prevents blood clots from forming in the arteries. Doctors … For people who have had a heart attack: Aspirin can help prevent a second heart attack. Your doctor has probably …
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… Stroke: How to Prevent Another One On this page: Overview Related … Take your medicines You'll need to take medicines to help prevent another stroke. Be sure to take your medicines … prescribe include: Aspirin or some other blood thinner to prevent blood clots. Statins and other medicines to lower …
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… Bipolar Disorder: Preventing Manic Episodes Actionset Overview If you have … bipolar disorder, there are some things you can do to help prevent a manic episode. These include: Learning the early … Taking your medicines as prescribed. How can you prevent a manic episode? Here are some steps you can take to …
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… Preventing Tooth Decay in Young Children On this page: … away the outer protective layer (enamel) of a tooth. Help prevent tooth decay in young children by adopting these … Remove a bottle from your baby's mouth before your baby falls asleep. This practice helps prevent mouth bacteria …
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… Stroke: Preventing Injury in Affected Limbs On this page: Overview … pain and discomfort in and around the swollen tissues. Preventing injuries In stroke rehab, you can learn how to prevent injury on your affected side. Your stroke rehab team …
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… Preventing Foot Problems: Training Techniques On this page: Overview Overview You can help prevent foot injuries and problems. Avoid going barefoot. Wearing shoes can help prevent punctures and other injuries to your feet. Wear good …
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… Preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Last … hepatitis A and B, and human papillomavirus (HPV), can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider … about how to get these vaccinations. How do I talk about prevention? Talk to your partner(s) about preventing STIs …
