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… While the public’s exposure to lead has decreased over the years, lead can still be a problem. It is important … paint, vinyl wallpaper, wallboard or paneling. How do I safely remove lead-based paint? Certain precautions can help minimize the risk. Follow these safety tips when removing lead-based paint from walls, ceilings and …
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… Teething On this page: Overview What to Expect Symptoms When to Call a Doctor … be able to ease your child's pain by rubbing the gums and giving your child safe objects to chew on. What to Expect … swallow it. footnote 2 Promoting healthy teeth Follow these tips to give your child the best chance for healthy teeth …
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… Laxatives On this page: Overview Overview A laxative is a … all the time to have a bowel movement. How can you safely use them? Here are some tips that can help you stay safe when using laxatives. Take …
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… Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor Treatment Overview Self-Care What … you will have less pain and your rash will clear up more quickly. Health Tools Health Tools help you make wise health … can reduce the pain and the duration of shingles. Over-the-counter pain medicines, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. …
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… Nausea and Vomiting, Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your … , encephalitis , or a brain tumour. Nausea and vomiting can quickly cause dehydration . Older adults are more likely to … do not need to call an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else …
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… high altitude. Follow the instructions on how to use oxygen safely. Manage your medicines Take your medicines exactly as … bleeding problems. Talk to your doctor before you take any over-the-counter medicines or natural health products. Do not take …
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… Preventing Falls in Older Adults On this page: Overview Overview Every year, thousands … tile floors. If you use a walker or cane, put rubber tips on it. If you use crutches, clean the bottoms of them … or cell phone with you from room to room. Then you can quickly call for help if you need it. Set up a plan to make …
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… When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Surgery Complementary … non-surgical treatment first. This includes taking over-the-counter pain medicines, using heat or ice, and doing … people are able to go back to work and daily activities quickly. In some cases, your doctor may recommend PT and …
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… High and Low Blood Sugar Levels On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … their blood sugar levels in a target range and to exercise safely. Be sure that children learn the symptoms of both … of hours to days. But missing a dose of insulin can cause a quick rise in blood sugar levels. Blood sugar levels just …
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… Ear Problems and Injuries, Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your … likely to be related to: Heredity. The age of onset and how quickly the hearing loss happens can often be determined by … do not need to call an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else …
