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… and included. Human milk (breast milk) is the only food your baby needs for the first 6 months. When your baby … to babies who are not breastfed or chestfed May lower the risk of sleep-related infant death Why is breastfeeding or … Bond with your baby Heal after giving birth Decrease your risk of breast cancer, ovarian cancer and diabetes When can …
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… on the job can make your asthma worse. Treatment involves reducing your exposure to substances that trigger symptoms … (animal handlers in research laboratories, scientists, food processors). Chemicals used in the health care industry … asthma treated? Occupational asthma is treated by: Reducing your exposure to possible triggers. You may try to …
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… Regular exercise and massages may help. Avoid drinks or foods with caffeine if they make your tremors worse. These … Regular exercise and massages may help. Avoid drinks or foods with caffeine if they make your tremors worse. These …
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… Getting regular exercise, eating a variety of healthy foods, and reducing stress may help menstrual symptoms. It may also … regular exercise, eating a variety of healthy foods, and reducing stress may help menstrual symptoms. It may also …
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… cancer with either radiation or surgery. (People with low-risk localized cancer—and some people with medium-risk cancer—may choose active surveillance or watchful … to them. If your goal is to treat the cancer and avoid the risks of major surgery, then you may want to choose …
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… Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Surgery Overview During fundoplication … to change the way you eat. You may need to eat only soft foods until the surgery heals. And make sure to chew food … long-term to control your GERD symptoms, and you accept the risks of surgery. You have symptoms that don't improve …
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… drugs (including nabumetone) may rarely increase the risk for a heart attack or stroke. This effect can happen at … drug but is more likely if you take it for a long time. The risk may be greater in older adults or if you have heart … taking this drug. To prevent stomach upset, take it with food, milk, or an antacid. Dosage is based on your medical …
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… Many of these happen at home - but you can reduce the risk by following these tips. On this page: Keep your home … don't resume this practice at home. Swaddling poses safety risks and can lead to: Dangerous overheating Babies not … and determined to be safe. Never give your baby formula or food mixed with well water that has not been tested and …
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… Products) On this page: Treatment Overview Why It Is Used Risks Treatment Overview Natural health … to) the diet and should not be considered a substitute for food. Natural health products are widely available in Canada … For example, beta-carotene and vitamin E do not lower risk of heart disease or heart attack. Risks Not all natural …
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… a safe sleeping environment for your baby will reduce the risk of injuries and sleep related infant death, including … baby Smoking or exposure to second-hand smoke increases the risk of SIDS. Carefully consider the risks of bedsharing The safest place for your baby to sleep …
