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COVID-19: Advice if You're Planning a Pregnancy, Pregnant, … health of your baby. Experts recommend getting the COVID-19 vaccine if you are planning a pregnancy, are pregnant, were … preterm labour and stillbirth. The same steps that can help prevent COVID-19 will also help prevent other viral …
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Preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Last … at https://getcheckedonline.com/Pages/default.aspx . Can vaccines provide protection? Some STIs, such as hepatitis A … B, and human papillomavirus (HPV), can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get …
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… such as infection with HIV or the use of medicines to prevent organ rejection. Are having dialysis for kidney … 1 and 6 months after a person receives the last dose of vaccine. Hepatitis B Current as … 1 and 6 months after a person receives the last dose of vaccine. Hepatitis B Current as …
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… Aspirin to Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke On this page: Overview Overview Aspirin prevents blood clots from forming in the arteries. Doctors … For people who have had a heart attack: Aspirin can help prevent a second heart attack. Your doctor has probably …
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… Bipolar Disorder: Preventing Manic Episodes Actionset Overview If you have … bipolar disorder, there are some things you can do to help prevent a manic episode. These include: Learning the early … Taking your medicines as prescribed. How can you prevent a manic episode? Here are some steps you can take to …
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… Stroke: Preventing Injury in Affected Limbs On this page: Overview … pain and discomfort in and around the swollen tissues. Preventing injuries In stroke rehab, you can learn how to prevent injury on your affected side. Your stroke rehab team …
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Preventing Foot Problems: Training Techniques On this page: Overview Overview You can help prevent foot injuries and problems. Avoid going barefoot. Wearing shoes can help prevent punctures and other injuries to your feet. Wear good …
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Preventing injuries from physical activity Last updated … actively, there’s always a chance of injury. But injury prevention involves just a few simple steps so that your child can enjoy physical activity safely. Injury prevention for children To keep children safe during …
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… Headache Prevention: Posture and Body Mechanics On this page: … Overview Good posture and good body mechanics can help prevent tension in your neck, shoulders, and upper back … maintaining good posture during daily activities may help prevent headaches. Use good body mechanics all the time, not …
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Preventing Tooth Decay in Young Children On this page: … away the outer protective layer (enamel) of a tooth. Help prevent tooth decay in young children by adopting these … Also, don't "clean" your baby's pacifier with your mouth. Prevent prolonged contact with sugars in formula and breast …