6288 results found
Health topics
… seem embarrassed, the person may feel more comfortable. Causes of rashes Rashes in the groin and anal areas can be caused by several things. A yeast or bacterial infection can … Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Gayle E. Stauffer, RN - Registered Nurse Current as …
Health topics
… The bench can help a person get into the tub and can be used during the shower. As you help to undress and bathe the … the stomach. Also, look at bony areas, like the elbows and shoulders. If you see any redness, do not rub or massage the … Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Gayle E. Stauffer, RN - Registered Nurse Current as …
Health topics
… positions. Lying in one position for a long time can cause pressure injuries (also called pressure sores). Pressure … areas, such as the hips, lower back, elbows, heels, and shoulders. They can also occur in places where the skin … Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Gayle E. Stauffer, RN - Registered Nurse Current as …
Health topics
… of virus that is spread by mosquitoes. The infection it causes may be so mild that people don't even know they have … rarely happens in Canada and the United States, though, because all donated blood and organs for transplant are screened … fluids and get lots of rest. You may also want to take medicine to reduce pain or fever. You may feel well enough …
Health topics
… form a union, you combine your family system with your spouse's or partner's. This requires reshaping your goals and … Transitioning into the new family system. Including your spouse or partner in your relationships with friends and family … Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine Donald Sproule MDCM, CCFP - Family Medicine …
Health topics
… antibiotics. Why is it important? Tetanus is a disease caused by a bacterial infection . The tetanus bacteria get in … called wounds. The bacteria make a toxin, or poison, that causes severe muscle spasms and seizures. Tetanus is also … Ask your doctor if you can take an over-the-counter medicine for pain and fever, such as acetaminophen or a …
Health topics
… fighting off disease. Both the virus and the infection it causes are called HIV. HIV Infection: Stages, screening and … Infections in HIV HIV medication Antiretroviral medicines for HIV HIV: Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) HIV: Taking Antiretroviral Medicines Resistance to HIV Medicines Support and care HIV …
Health topics
… or more. Diabetes and high blood pressure are the main causes of chronic kidney disease in Canada. About 15% of … Try to choose activities you enjoy and will continue to do. Useful resources Living with Reduced Kidney Function: Book … with activity. Kidney disease and Exercise (Exercise is Medicine, Australia) A factsheet specific to kidney disease …
Health topics
… advice isn't meant for people coping with the effects of abuse, violence, or other trauma. If that's you, you still … about the feeling. What happens in your body? Do your shoulders tense? Or do you get a hot feeling behind your … Behavioral Health Donald Sproule MDCM, CCFP - Family Medicine Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise …
Health topics
… stable, such as the back of a seat or the dashboard. Don't use the open door or headrest for support. They might move. … to face forward, lift your legs into the car one at a time. Use your hands to help lift your legs if you need to. To get … Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Joan Rigg PT, OCS - Physical Therapy Current as of: …
