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… you regulate your body temperature. Many people get cold hands or feet. This is often bothersome, but it's not a … ill adults, and malnourished people have low body fat. You smoke cigarettes or drink caffeine. Nicotine (from tobacco) … and caffeine cause narrowing of the blood vessels in the hands and feet. When blood vessels are narrowed, less blood …
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… These cut down on preparation time. Keep dried fruit on hand for a snack that is easy to take with you when you're … These cut down on preparation time. Keep dried fruit on hand for a snack that is easy to take with you when you're …
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… need a peak flow meter. A peak flow meter is an inexpensive hand-held device you breathe into as hard and as fast as you … 5, Breathe out as hard and as fast as you can for 1 or 2 seconds. A hard and fast breath usually produces a "huff" … 5, Breathe out as hard and as fast as you can for 1 or 2 seconds. A hard and fast breath usually produces a "huff" …
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… their immune systems are not fully developed. Proper food handling in child-care facilities can help prevent foodborne … How can I prevent foodborne illness? Clean Wash your hands with warm soapy water for at least 20 seconds before you eat or handle any food and after you use …
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… it out. Place the damp towel in the microwave for about 30 seconds. If the towel feels too hot, let it cool off for a … You can dip part of your body, such as your feet or hands, into the wax mixture. Or you can brush it on. … it out. Place the damp towel in the microwave for about 30 seconds. If the towel feels too hot, let it cool off for a …
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… Tips for Grocery Shopping Foodborne Illness and Safe Food Handling Foodborne Illness During Pregnancy Foodborne … Back Guidelines for Lung Cancer Screening Gum Disease Handwashing Headache Prevention: Posture and Body Mechanics … When Your Child Is Sick Tattoo and Piercing Safety Teenage Smokers: Reasons to Quit Temporomandibular Disorders: Having …
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… of a cold or after exposure to an irritant, such as dust or smoke. There are many causes of a non-productive cough. They … as food, a piece of a balloon, or a small toy. Exposure to second-hand smoke from parents or caregivers who smoke. Emotional …
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… After inhaling, try to hold your breath for at least 10 seconds to get this medication into your lungs and allow it … may affect bone strength, especially in people who smoke, have a family history of brittle bones … Avoid allergens (such as pollen), irritants, smoking/secondhand smoke, and other factors that make asthma worse. Most …
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… or twice daily for the cream or the foam. Wash your hands after using, unless you are using this medication to treat the hands. Do not apply the medication on the face, in the eyes, … or twice daily for the cream or the foam. Wash your hands after using, unless you are using this medication to …
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… the following habits will keep them healthier: Wash your hands each time you use the toilet, after you blow your … okay to pet someone's dog, and then let the dog smell your hand before you pet it. Always wear a seat belt. Wear a … get to know others their age who use drugs or alcohol, who smoke, or who take part in dangerous behaviours like driving …
