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… Information on the second stage of labour Last updated August 14, 2013 The second stage of labour begins with full dilation and ends … from a few minutes to two or three hours. Contractions in second-stage labour are powerful, coming every two to three …
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… Breathing Smoke or Fumes On this page: Overview … It is common to cough for a few minutes after breathing in smoke or fumes from a fire. Your breathing should return to … whether you are having breathing difficulties because of smoke inhalation. Smoke inhalation may occur in any fire. It …
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… tobacco reduces the health risks of using tobacco. If you smoke, reduced use has problems. People who smoke only a few cigarettes have more health problems than people who don't smoke. People who cut back on the number of cigarettes they …
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… Second-Trimester Examinations and Tests On this page: … Overview At each prenatal visit in the second trimester, you'll be weighed and your blood pressure … (fundal height) to track your baby's growth and position. Second-trimester tests During your second trimester, you can …
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… problems. One resource that's available for free is the the Smokers' Helpline: 1-866-366-3667. Online programs Online … programs that offer resources to help you quit. See www.smokershelpline.ca for one example. Text messaging Some … informative text messages several times a day. Go to www.smokershelpline.ca for the Smokers' Helpline Text Messaging …
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… Hand, foot and mouth disease Last updated July 29, 2024 … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is hand, foot and mouth disease? Hand, foot and mouth disease … hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds. This is especially important after changing a …
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… Physical changes during the second trimester Last updated August 11, 2013 During the … pads in your bra Nasal congestion and nose bleeds Don't smoke and avoid second hand smoke Place warm, moist towels on your face Breathe …
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… Finger, Hand, and Wrist Injuries On this page: Overview Health Tools … or another, everyone has had a minor injury to a finger, hand, or wrist that caused pain or swelling. Most of the … Treat blisters. Use a loose bandage to protect them. Don't smoke or use other tobacco products. Smoking slows healing …
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… your baby's health, too. It’s best not to drink alcohol or smoke at all while breastfeeding. Alcohol can affect babies’ … than not even if you do not stop smoking. Smoking and second hand smoke exposes your baby to a higher risk of: Sudden …
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… Safe Hand and Wrist Movements On this page: Overview Overview Try to avoid hand and wrist movements that can cause pain and other … from typing or other repetitive activities to stretch your hands and wrists. Avoid doing repetitive movements …
