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… Prenatal ultrasound Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 116 Download PDF Document English … over the past few decades with no confirmed health risks for the baby or the mother. Ultrasound is not an X-ray and does not use ionizing radiation. All ultrasound scans are ordered by a doctor, …
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… the Eye Change in Heartbeat Chest Problems Cold Temperature Exposure Confusion, Memory Loss, and Altered Alertness Cuts … Toe, Foot, and Ankle Problems, Non-Injury + - Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Use Anger, Hostility, and Violent … Under the Skin Burns and Electric Shock Cold Temperature Exposure Cuts Diaper Rash Fish Hook Injuries Insect Bites …
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… Test Overview Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done Risks Results Test Overview Home … to the directions included in the test kit package. Risks There are no known risks from having this test. … the Doctor Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview A thyroid … during the test. You will not hear the sound waves. Risks There are no known risks from having this test. … the Doctor Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Surgery Overview Surgery may be used to … less likely to work than surgery to repair an injury to a healthy tendon. Risks Along with the risks of surgery in general, such as …
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… HealthLink BC Eating and Activity Program for Kids Last … We are currently unable to accept written referrals to the HealthLink BC Eating and Activity Program for Kids. If your … patient would benefit from speaking with one of our health professionals, please guide them to call 8-1-1 and …
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… could cause your problem to come back. What are the risks of surgery for pelvic organ prolapse? Problems you may … when you have a bowel movement. Reach and stay at a healthy weight, since more weight puts pressure on your … What are the benefits? What are the risks and side effects? Surgery for pelvic organ prolapse Surgery for …
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… Malaria prevention Last updated December 28, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 41f Travel Series Download PDF … travel At least 4 weeks before you travel, speak with your health care provider or visit a travel health clinic. Ask … travelling. Make sure you are aware of the possible side effects of the prescribed anti-malaria medication and know …
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… Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Treatment Overview Cardiac … people live longer and stay out of the hospital. footnote 3 Risks There are several risks to getting a pacemaker. But … 14, 2022. Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If you have a condition such as diabetes, HIV, … be used to treat a variety of conditions. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy for cancer. Other medicines used to treat … be used to treat a variety of conditions. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy for cancer. Other medicines used to treat …
