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… If schistosome larvae are present in a body of water and you are in that water (swimming or wading) there is a chance that one or more larvae will burrow under your skin. Since the larvae cannot survive in humans they … dive into unknown waters. See HealthLinkBC File #39 Safety Tips for Swimmers or contact the Lifesaving Society at …
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… metal that is liquid at room temperature, and forms beads when spilled. Some of it also evaporates to form a … The level of toxicity depends on how much mercury vapour you inhale, and for how long. When you inhale large amounts of mercury vapour over a short …
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… because baby teeth begin to form before birth. If you are pregnant, eat a balanced, nutritious diet and be … Pregnancy. After birth, good nutrition plays a role in your baby's dental health, especially if you are breastfeeding. Even before teeth break through the …
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… donor. What To Expect After lung transplant surgery, you will be cared for in the intensive care unit (ICU). You'll be put on a ventilator until you are able to breathe on your own. This may take from a …
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… condition related to their tobacco use. If there's a chance you may have tobacco use disorder, it's important to find … tolerance. Do you have uncomfortable symptoms (withdrawal) when you stop using tobacco or use less? Tobacco use … tolerance. Do you have uncomfortable symptoms (withdrawal) when you stop using tobacco or use less? Tobacco use …
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… the tooth and becomes the tooth's new outer surface. You may need two or more visits to your dentist to repair a severely decayed tooth with a … base covered with a thin layer of ceramic that matches your teeth and looks like a normal, healthy tooth. Crowns …
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… On this page: Overview Overview You can help your doctor diagnose and treat your condition by being prepared to answer questions about …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Your doctor, registered dietitian, or certified diabetes … carbs depends on several things, such as your weight, how active you are, which diabetes medicines you take, and what … Gestational Diabetes: Counting Carbs Reading Food Labels When You Have Diabetes Current as of: March 1, 2023 …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Gender identity is your inner sense of being male, female, both, neither, or … until later in life. Children and teens grow and develop quickly. Before and during puberty, they may feel more like … until later in life. Children and teens grow and develop quickly. Before and during puberty, they may feel more like …
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… Appreciating Your Child's Personality On this page: Overview Related … Some children are shy, while others are outgoing. Some are active, while others are calm. Some are fretful, while … your expectations. For example, if you are outgoing and active, it may be hard for you to understand your child's …
