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… page: Overview Overview The program you choose for your teen needs to view substance use as a … The program needs to provide leisure or recreational time when your teen can pursue a hobby or interest. A leisure … that keeps the teen involved and around people who are staying sober (in recovery) helps lower the chance that your …
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… around the mouth. They usually hide during the day and are active at night when they feed. They can go for weeks without feeding. … for these other signs: The bugs themselves, especially in your mattress or pillow Tiny bloodstains on sheets and …
Medical tests
… the neck that carry blood to the brain. The test may help your doctor decide if a procedure is needed to open a … to watch the movement of the catheter in the blood vessels. When the catheter is in place, the dye is injected through … from the numbing medicine. Most people don't have pain when the catheter is in the blood vessel. You may feel …
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… is sometimes called "hardening of the arteries." It occurs when fat (cholesterol) and calcium build up inside the … your risk. This includes eating heart-healthy foods, being active, staying at a healthy weight, and not smoking. All of these …
Medications
… sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. Keep track of how often … to get the most benefit from it. This medication works best when used at evenly spaced intervals. To help you remember, … if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or …
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… injuries happen and if they bleed, bruise, or cause pain. You may be asked how self-injuring makes you feel. The … The person may wear these to hide injuries. Long sleeves when it's hot. Not doing activities that require less … healthy ways to manage your emotions. Use these skills when you have big feelings, anxiety, and stress. A …
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… is an inflammation of the hair follicles. Each hair on your body grows out of a tiny pouch called a follicle. You … can irritate the follicles, which can lead to folliculitis. When the follicles are injured, they are more likely to … pimples may have pus in them, and they may itch or burn. When the pimples break open, they may drain pus, blood, or …
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… of sexual assault or sexual harassment. These traumas occur when a person is in the military. The location, the genders … footnote 1 Sexual harassment may include: A put-down of your gender. Flirting when you've made clear it's not welcome. Sexual comments or …
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… purpose. It became a concern in the United States in 2001, when 22 cases occurred as a result of bioterrorism. Most of … workers and media employees who were exposed to spores when handling mail. What causes it? Anthrax is caused by … Cutaneous (skin) anthrax . This can occur when spores enter your body through a break in the skin. Inhalational (lung) …
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… from biting. Mosquitoes that can carry WNV are most active in the evening and early morning, especially at dusk … more time in well-screened or enclosed areas. Consider staying indoors when mosquitoes are most active, which is from dusk to dawn …
