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… consideration of seniors’ needs. Seniors who live alone or are sick or disabled will need special support and an … my home in an emergency? If the police or RCMP orders you to evacuate your home or community, leave the area immediately. You are at risk. Follow all instructions from local officials. Do not …
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… Heart-healthy eating means eating food that can help lower your risk of heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. It focuses … on eating more healthy foods and cutting back on foods that aren't so good for you. It is part of a heart-healthy …
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… On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done How It Feels Risks Results Test Overview A mental health assessment gives your doctor a complete picture of your emotional state. It …
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… heart failure Stage Definition Examples A Person is at high risk for developing heart failure. But there is no … has past or current symptoms of heart failure. Symptoms are linked with underlying structural heart disease. Person … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… of changing behaviour Last updated March 1, 2017 There are lots of things that can stand in the way of being … active. Understanding the five stages of change will help you overcome these barriers by making some changes in your … of physical activity for less than 6 months. You’re at high risk of a setback. What to do Prepare for potential …
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… copperhead, and cottonmouth (also called water moccasin), are poisonous (venomous) snakes. They leave one, two, or three puncture marks on the skin, but you won't always see any marks. Symptoms of a pit viper … with the bite (envenomation), and your personal health risks. Even if you do not have symptoms within 8 hours of a …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Enteroviruses are very common viruses. There are more than 100 different … will get better on their own without any treatment. The risk of severe illness is low for most British Columbians. … are most common in the summer and fall months. To protect yourself and your family against enteroviruses such as …
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… Ending a pregnancy Last updated June 1, 2021 Overview You may need to end a pregnancy for personal or medical … or spontaneous abortion. Many resources about abortion are available to people in B.C. If you have questions about … consideration of the types of abortion and the associated risks may help you make a decision that is right for you. It …
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… Gout: Changing Your Diet Actionset Overview Gout is a form of arthritis … This used to be treated with a strict diet, but now there are medicines that can control it. These medicines have … and scallops. Gravy. Beer. Eat foods that may lower your risk of gout. These include: Low-fat or skim milk. Low-fat …
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… only treatments proved to affect the course of the disease are disease-modifying medicines, such as interferon beta. … types of treatment should not replace these medicines if you are a candidate for treatment with them. Some people who … Some people think that certain things may increase the risk of having an attack of MS, including: Dietary …
