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… These include regular exercise and proper back care. Your doctor may recommend physiotherapy to help you learn: … relieve pain. Strength exercises. These can help support your joints and decrease fatigue. Flexibility exercises. These include deep breathing to help expand your chest. Ways to stay active without making your symptoms …
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… of Mental Health and Addictions. You can also improve your mental wellness by practicing mindfulness, staying … and prepare you for the challenges that life throws your way.  Mindfulness A state of mindfulness - … You can practice mindfulness by paying attention to your breathing, as well as your surroundings. Allow yourself …
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… The barium is often combined with gas-making crystals. Your doctor watches the barium move through your esophagus, stomach, and the first part of the small … also be asked to stop eating for 12 hours before the test. Your doctor will tell you if you need to stop taking certain …
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… Body composition The amounts of fat, bone and muscle in your body. Cardiorespiratory fitness The ability of the … like walking, swimming, running and biking that use your body's large muscle groups improve cardiorespiratory … quickly. Moderate intensity A medium activity that works your body hard enough to raise your heart rate and cause you …
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… Some types of surgery also change the connection between your stomach and intestines. Having weight-loss surgery is a … was the reason you had trouble getting pregnant. Lower your chance of some pregnancy problems. These include high … much weight you gain during pregnancy. It might also reduce your risk of needing a caesarean section (C-section). …
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… often have you had the feeling of not completely emptying your bladder after you finished urinating? Over the past … the past month, how often have you found it hard to hold your urine? Over the past month, how often have you had a … get 1 point for that question. Symptom score total Total your score. Your score shows how severe your symptoms are. …
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… breathing. ARDS can develop quickly. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will diagnose ARDS based on a medical and … fits over the mouth. If you still have trouble breathing, your doctor may insert a breathing tube that is connected to … tube will help you breathe until you can breathe on your own. Your doctor may also give you medicines, such as …
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… or any persistent diarrhea or vomiting, see your health care provider. You may be asked to submit a … to detect so you may have to submit more than 1 sample. Your health care provider will decide if treatment with … diarrhea and/or vomiting has stopped, or as instructed by your local health authority. Avoiding this activity will …
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… 2 to 4 Years On this page: Overview Overview You can watch your child's behaviour to check for hearing loss. If you notice a change, your child might have hearing loss. Also, pay attention to the quality of your child's speech. Children must be able to hear well for …
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… a partner or friend Walk in the mall or in the halls of your apartment building Join a walking group - explore new … getting places Take the bus Car pool Have someone come to your home Unsuitable or uninteresting programs Check program … and private fitness clubs Use a book or video to start your own program Too busy providing care for others When …