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… can all spread diseases to humans. Disease may be spread when touching an infected pet, or by coming into contact … #61b Petting Zoo and Open Farm Visits . Who is at higher risk? People at risk of serious problems from some of these … elderly People with weakened immune systems from HIV/AIDS, cancer treatment, steroid therapy or organ or bone marrow …
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… 5 years. Your health care provider can remove this device whenever you want to stop using this method of birth … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this device do not … disorders high blood pressure abnormal breast exam cancer (especially endometrial or breast cancer) depression …
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… period. Your health care provider can remove this device whenever you want to stop using this method of birth … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this device do not … disorders high blood pressure abnormal breast exam cancer (especially endometrial or breast cancer) depression …
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… Information About This Medicine Make sure you know about each of the medicines you take. This includes … different results in different people. Studies show that when people took: footnote 1 Bupropion/naltrexone (Contrave) … medicines? Using weight-loss medicines can put you at risk for increased blood pressure, a faster heart rate, …
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… and progestin HRT) are used after menopause. Discuss the risks and benefits of hormone treatment and your personal … embolism and deep venous thrombosis), dementia, and breast cancer. The risk for stroke and breast cancer increases with … for specific advice. Additional lifestyle changes (such as reducing stress, eating a low fat/low salt diet, losing …
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… in babies and children? Gastroesophageal reflux happens when food and stomach acid flow from the stomach back into … a one-way valve between the esophagus and the stomach. When your child swallows, the valve lets food pass into the … growing. Reflux usually goes away as a baby matures. What are the symptoms? It is common for babies to spit up (have …
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… A is a virus that can infect the liver. Hepatitis A spreads when people eat food or drink water that is contaminated by … on its own and doesn't lead to long-term liver problems. Rarely, it can be more serious. How is it spread? The … not lead to long-term liver problems. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask questions about your symptoms and where …
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… problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. This medication is also … the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. Remember that … but they may also be signs of a rare condition (bladder cancer). Bladder cancer may or may not be caused by …
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… Optimism is a hopeful, positive outlook on the future, yourself, and the world around you. It is a key part of … optimist" to use the power of optimism. In daily life, or when faced with a crisis, you can choose a positive … strengths, as you go forward. For example, let's say you are about to have a knee surgery. You can choose to be …
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… Teething On this page: Overview What to Expect Symptoms When to Call a Doctor Routine Checkups Caring For Your Child Overview Teething … child safe objects to chew on. What to Expect Primary teeth are usually known as "baby teeth." Usually, the first …
