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… flexible. Do not place ice directly on the skin. Frozen food pack. Use a small bag of frozen peas or corn wrapped in … flexible. Do not place ice directly on the skin. Frozen food pack. Use a small bag of frozen peas or corn wrapped in …
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… varices, beta-blockers have been shown to reduce the risk of having a first episode of bleeding. They also reduce risk in people who have had a variceal bleed. They are … varices, beta-blockers have been shown to reduce the risk of having a first episode of bleeding. They also reduce …
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… to help break down and digest fats, starch, and proteins in food. It is used in conditions where the pancreas cannot … Your condition will not improve any faster, and your risk of side effects will increase. Drink plenty of fluids … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do …
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… Cryptosporidium ? Cryptosporidium can be spread by water, food, or fecal-oral transmission from an infected person or … and poor hygiene, such as child care centers. The risk is greatest for young children who are not yet toilet … Young children and the elderly may be at greater risk of getting dehydrated. How is cryptosporidiosis …
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… and your specific health needs. Warning Hydromorphone has a risk for abuse and addiction, which can lead to overdose and … severe, possibly fatal, breathing problems. To lower your risk, your doctor should have you take the smallest dose of … by your doctor. You may take this drug with or without food. If you have nausea, it may help to take this drug with …
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… rich in vegetables, fruit, whole grains, and protein foods is important for a strong immune system. Eating a variety of nutrient rich foods each day can help you to stay healthy and feel your … tobacco smoke and vapour (HealthLinkBC File #30a) Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products …
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… or getting it again. Trich during pregnancy raises the risk of prelabour rupture of membranes (PROM) and preterm … delivery. Treating the infection may not always reduce this risk. But it can relieve symptoms and prevent infection in … possible to get trich again. So take steps to reduce your risk for trich and other sexually transmitted infections …
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… Breastfeeding Weaning From Bottle-Feeding Cup-Feeding Solid Foods When To Call Overview … with a bottle or other object in his or her mouth is at risk for face and mouth injuries if he or she were to fall. … (2021). Dietary exposures and allergy prevention in high-risk infants. Paediatrics and Child Health , 26(8): 504–505. …
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… viruses present. However, there is an extremely small risk of passing some blood-borne infections through the use … was given. Some immune globulins may be associated with a risk of thrombosis (blood clots) within 24 hours of … them, especially when large volumes are given. The risk of thrombosis is increased in those: 45 years of age …
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… doctor or pharmacist. Take this medication by mouth without food as directed by your doctor. If this medication is taken … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do … may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not …
