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… light, and helps you to tell colours apart. Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium and reduces the risk of … or developing immune systems. What can you do to protect yourself and your family? Purchase milk products from your grocer or …
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… a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care What is strep … also have a headache and belly pain. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will examine you, ask about your symptoms, and do a throat culture or rapid strep test. …
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… in which people help doctors find ways to improve health care. Each study tries to find better ways to prevent, … take part, you will be offered the standard treatment for your health problem. You can talk to your doctor if you have questions about clinical trials. Why …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional … health needs. Uses Ulipristal is used by women to prevent pregnancy after birth control failure (such as a broken …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional … needs. Uses Levonorgestrel is used by women to prevent pregnancy after birth control failure (such as a broken …
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… a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Surgery … person. Over time, the disease affects muscles all through your body. This can lead to trouble with swallowing, speech, and vision. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask questions about your symptoms and past …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so that you can talk to your doctor about … may cause bleeding heavy enough to require medical care. Out of 100 baby boys who are circumcised , 0 to 30 may …
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… a walking aid can help you be more safe and independent in your daily activities. Almost everyone has used a walking … But there are some simple principles that will make using your walking aid easier and safer. General safety when using … else that could cause you to trip, slip, or fall. Be very careful around pets and small children. They can be …
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… to take opioids, here are some things to remember. Keep your doctor informed. You can develop opioid use disorder. … The risk is higher if you have a history of substance use. Your doctor will monitor you closely for signs of opioid use … your pain, remember these safety tips. Follow directions carefully. It's easy to misuse opioids if you take a dose …
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… cord to other parts of the body. These nerves control your sense of touch, how you feel pain and temperature, and your muscle strength. Most of the time the problem starts in … nerve stimulation (TENS) helps relieve pain. How can you care for yourself? Adopting healthy habits can reduce the …
