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… night Hemorrhoids Heartburn Sudden groin pain Shortness of breath Difficulty sleeping Improved breathing Increased need to pee Braxton Hicks contractions … at the hips when you expect to cough or sneeze Shortness of breath Try taking deep, slow breaths through the mouth Wear …
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… Try activities that reduce stress, like meditation, deep breathing, physical activity, and making art. New behaviours … Try activities that reduce stress, like meditation, deep breathing, physical activity, and making art. New behaviours …
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… is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive … muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing …
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… Active Can You Be Physically Active As You Get Older? Preventing Injury and Illness … vigorous activities , like running. This activity makes you breathe harder and have a much faster heartbeat than when … Physical Activity as You Get Older . Becoming More Active . Preventing Injury and Illness Physical activity is good for …
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… pointing toward the centre of your chest. You take a deep breath and hold it until the caregiver tells you to cough. … and firmly squeezes your ribs, pushing down and in and holding for 3 seconds. It may take practice to coordinate … pointing toward the centre of your chest. You take a deep breath and hold it until the caregiver tells you to cough. …
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… is a tool that delivers liquid medicine as a fine mist. You breathe in the medicine through a mouthpiece or face mask. … them. What is it used for? A nebulizer may be used to treat breathing problems. These include asthma and COPD (chronic … easier. It can be very helpful if it is hard for you to breathe or to use an inhaler. How do you use a nebulizer? …
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… barriers to being physically active for the older adult Preventing falls There are small changes you can make to … will help you remain active and independent as you age. Preventing falls as you age Seniors' falls can be prevented (HealthLinkBC File #78) Preventing falls: Exercises for strength and balance Elder …
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… toddlers Sun safety for children (HealthlinkBC File # 26) Preventing injuries and illnesses Resources to help you … from infections Child safety: Washing toys to prevent germs Preventing poisoning in young children Head injuries in … and younger Hip injuries: Age 11 and younger Child safety: Preventing falls Child safety: Preventing burns Burns and …
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… activities for longer amounts of time. Reduce shortness of breath. Upper body exercises increase strength in arm and … COPD are simple to do and take little time. If you become breathless while doing any of the exercises, rest in a … are supported, such as in a chair, and wait until you can breathe easily again. Talk to your doctor. Your doctor may …
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… injuries may have symptoms such as: Seizures . Difficulty breathing or a change in breathing pattern. A slow heartbeat. Trouble hearing. … unit (ICU). Oxygen therapy may be used to help the child breathe. Doctors may give the child medicine to help ease …
