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… Syphilis Last updated February 15, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 08e Sexually Transmitted … more than 1 year How to get tested for syphilis Visit your health care provider to get any syphilis symptoms, like sore(s) or rashes, tested. Your health care provider may give you a referral for lab work to …
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… I Take Shots for Insect Sting Allergies? Drug Allergies Health Topics Medical Tests Make a Wise Decision Take Action Open/close information section Health Topics Allergic Reaction Allergic Reaction to Tattoo … Epinephrine Shot Current as of: February 27, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… Information to support you with family planning. Your health when planning to become pregnant Advice on how to … support your wellbeing and what to avoid to ensure you’re healthy when planning your pregnancy. Adoption Resources if …
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… start dialysis, you will need to keep doing it to stay as healthy as possible. If your needs change later, you can … it is called kidney failure . Kidney failure has harmful effects throughout your body. It can cause serious heart, … is usually involved? What are the benefits? What are the risks and side effects? Hemodialysis Hemodialysis Before …
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… Learn their names, their purpose, and their expected side effects. Know how often you are supposed to take them and … your medicine schedule or if you have any changes in your health that might affect your medicine needs, such as a … cost of epilepsy medicines is covered under your provincial health plan. But if cost is a consideration in building a …
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… Milestones for 5-year-olds Your child’s feelings (HealthLinkBC File #92c) Screen time The Canadian Pediatric … screen time for young children supports optimal and healthy development. Parents and caregivers can use the Four … time outside of video chatting with loved ones Mitigate the risks by being present and engaged when screens are used, …
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… areas from getting darker, use sunscreen and avoid sun exposure. Some people develop reddish areas on the palms of … Pregnancy Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family … areas from getting darker, use sunscreen and avoid sun exposure. Some people develop reddish areas on the palms of …
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… condom use doesn't require a prescription or a visit to a health professional. Condoms are sold in drugstores and … 193–200. Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family … and Gynecology Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… of pregnancy and parenting, consider the following: Your health is a top priority. You are eating, resting, and … possible, lie down to rest. Carve out time to meet your health and exercise needs. Pay a babysitter, or trade child care with a friend. This gives your growing fetus a healthy start and gives you the most possible energy to use …
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… than 3 minutes and isn't followed by a second seizure. Any healthy person can have a single seizure under certain … can occur at any age. A seizure can be a symptom of another health problem, such as: A fever. An extremely low blood … that can cause seizure-like activity related to a mental health issue. Treatment Treatment of a seizure depends on …
