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… Ultraviolet radiation Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 11 Download PDF Document English … How damaging is UV radiation? When exposed to UV radiation, your body produces and releases more melanin (a skin pigment) to absorb the UV radiation. This makes your skin darken and is a sign of skin damage. There are two …
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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 … angina, along with taking medicines and having a heart-healthy lifestyle. Take medicines and have a heart-healthy …
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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 … location of the tear. They also depend on your age and the health of your knee. Symptoms may include things like knee …
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… is one way to prevent injury or death from burns. Keep your family safe by following these safety tips. Teach … reach. Use at least one smoke alarm on every level of your home. Be sure to put an alarm outside sleeping areas … Burns and Electric Shock Child Safety: Preventing Burns Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, …
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… to quit smoking. The nicotine in cigarettes is addicting. Your body craves it because it makes you feel good. So when … likely that you won't start smoking again. Exercise and healthy eating also may help. Talk with your doctor Your doctor can prescribe medicines that can get …
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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 … It can have a very big effect on your life, your work, your health, and the people you care about. Many pregnant women …
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… Here are some ideas you can use to stay organized and track your medicines. Know your medicines The first step in keeping track of your … all prescription and over-the-counter medicines and natural health products. Take it with you to every doctor visit, and …
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… These steps can help you take blood thinners safely. Take your blood thinner properly. Take your medicine at the same time each day. If you miss a dose, … over-the-counter medicines, antibiotics, and natural health products that you take. Talk to your doctor before …
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… Quitting Smoking: Helping Someone Quit Actionset Overview Your partner or friend has decided it's time to quit … You're excited, and you want to help. But you don't want your partner or friend to feel that you're coming on too … say so. Talk to the person about how quitting changed your health and sense of well-being. Talk about how you got …
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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 … and allergic asthma? Allergic rhinitis can affect your health if you don't treat it. You may have problems such as …
