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… is approved by Health Canada and is provided free. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. In early … bites, burns or scrapes, it is recommended that you see your health care provider immediately for treatment. This is … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency …
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… in drinking water over years or decades can increase your risk of developing certain cancers, including: Skin … minor. For this reason, consider taking precautions with your drinking water even if the arsenic levels are slightly … owner’s responsibility to test the water for arsenic. Test your private wells regularly for water quality. For more …
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… chair or lie down. Insert one finger into the condom. With your other hand, squeeze together the closed end of the condom and place that end into your vagina. Use the finger inside the condom to push the … end of the condom will hang about 2.5 centimetres outside your vagina. During intercourse the penis should be inside …
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… disease, aim to do regular physical activity to reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. Regular physical … medical complications, you can start physical activity by yourself or with family and friends. High-risk chronic … medical conditions, such as severe heart disease, or your kidney disease is not yet controlled, see your health …
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… tissue that sticks out of the anus. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history and do a physical … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… if they have trouble remembering how to do a task. Put your hands in your pockets to keep yourself from gesturing as you talk the person through the …
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… You may also use a mechanical device that gently moves your jaw joint (continuous passive motion). Your jaw movement may be limited for at least a month. And … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… medical examination may be needed before the cause of your confusion or decreased alertness can be diagnosed. … Treatment depends on the cause of the problem. Contact your doctor for an examination if you are having problems … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… when high levels of uric acid cause crystals to form in your joints and soft tissues, leading to inflammation, pain and swelling. Learn more about gout and how your diet can help lower the risk of gout attacks: Gout … bones Too fit to fracture (Osteoporosis Canada) Calcium and your health (HealthLinkBC File #68e) Vitamin D and your …
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… can be due to a weak bladder muscle or to blockage. Since your bladder doesn't empty as it should, it gets too full. … and multiple sclerosis . They may make it hard to tell when your bladder is full. Or they may make it harder for the … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
