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… Diabetes: Protecting Your Feet On this page: Overview … especially careful to protect your feet from injury. These tips can help. Wear shoes all the time. If you don't want to … as you get out of bed. Wear protective beach or surf shoes when you swim. Wear shower shoes in public baths and pools. …
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… of glucose, rapidly raise your blood sugar by eating a quick source of sugar such as table sugar, honey, or candy, … if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or … pancreatitis. It may be harder to control your blood sugar when your body is stressed (such as due to fever, infection, …
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… not used it for more than 3 days or for more than 21 days. When priming the inhaler, make sure to spray away from the … which you should use if your breathing suddenly worsens (quick-relief drugs). Ask your doctor ahead of time what you … if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or …
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… Deliver On this page: Overview Overview You have a choice of where to deliver your baby. Unless you … A home birth has advantages. You may feel more comfortable staying in your own home during labour. And you can choose who you want with you when you deliver. The major drawback of a home birth is the …
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… 2, 2024 Overview Changes are the hallmarks of pregnancy. You may have questions about what to expect and how to … support and safety are just some aspects to consider when pregnant. Healthcare providers during pregnancy … of your pregnancy. To calculate your due date, use our Interactive tool: What is your due date? . This tool helps …
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… . It is usually an outpatient procedure , which means you don't need to stay in the hospital. Before surgery, your … for certain types of retinal detachments. It can be useful when: A single break or tear caused the detachment. Multiple … for certain types of retinal detachments. It can be useful when: A single break or tear caused the detachment. Multiple …
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… supplies blood to the brain. Carotid artery disease occurs when a substance called plaque builds up in either or both … attack (TIA) or stroke is the first sign of the disease. If you have any of these symptoms of a TIA or stroke, call … Avoid second-hand smoke too. Eat heart-healthy foods. Be active. Ask your doctor what type of exercise is safe for …
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… It is a very severe bacterial infection that spreads quickly through the tissue (flesh) surrounding the muscles. … Fever may also occur. The pain is often far greater than you would expect from the wound or injury. The pain can … person. The infected person may or may not have symptoms. When an infected person coughs or sneezes, the bacteria …
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… Give Yourself a Break: Practicing Self-Compassion On this page: … of showing kindness and compassion to others. But how about when it comes to ourselves? Being kind and compassionate to … you can make self-compassion a habit. Here are some tips. Celebrate small accomplishments. You don't have to …
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… and safety. A person can accidentally scratch themself (or you) if their fingernails are too long. Nails that are dirty … hand lotion after washing their hands. Avoiding infection When you're caring for someone's nails, it is important to … A minor cut in a cuticle could lead to an infection. When you're washing someone's hands or trimming their nails, …