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… Vietnamese In the early weeks of life, babies sleep for about 16 hours a day. Planning where your baby can sleep safely is important. Creating a safe … for all parents, babysitters and caregivers to be informed about safe sleeping practices for babies. For a safe …
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… flow of urine, needing to urinate often, or feeling like your bladder isn't completely empty after you urinate. BPH … How is it diagnosed? Your doctor can diagnose BPH by asking about your symptoms and health and by doing a physical … symptoms change or get worse or if you change your mind about treatment. Check your symptoms Urinary Problems and …
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… getting used to. But wearing a mask is a way to help keep yourself, your family, and others around you from getting sick. You may have heard conflicting advice about masks, so it's important to know the facts. Facts about masks and infections Wearing a mask helps control the …
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… radon. But the construction features and exact location of your house may be just as likely to affect your risk. Even … time, exposure to radon can cause lung cancer. Radon causes about 4,000 lung cancer deaths each year in Canada. It is … lowest level that you regularly use. If you have questions about radon in your house, you can get help from Health …
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… But these problems are very rare in babies. Until your doctor can evaluate your baby, it is usually not … upright position, and put him or her in a baby seat for about 15 to 30 minutes after feeding. Be sure to burp your … upright position, and put him or her in a baby seat for about 15 to 30 minutes after feeding. Be sure to burp your
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… that are high in those nutrients. Don't make big changes in your diet all at once. Make small changes, and don't give … Dealing with barriers and slip-ups Take the time to think about what things could get in the way of your success. These are called barriers. And by thinking about them now, you can plan ahead for how to deal with them …
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… , a headache, and trouble swallowing. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will look at your throat to see if you have red … only be done after you and your doctor carefully think about your child's medical history and overall health. … only be done after you and your doctor carefully think about your child's medical history and overall health. …
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… Overview Overview What are your responsibilities during your recovery from bypass … instructions. These are instructions from your medical team about how to care for yourself. You may want to have a … activity after you recover from surgery. Most people wait about 6 or 8 weeks after surgery. Some people are afraid to …
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… fatigue, and muscle tension. And some may improve your overall well-being and quality of life. A summary of … with their diets, in part because there are many claims about the effectiveness of certain diets and nutritional supplements in the treatment of MS. Be careful about taking supplements. Some minerals and vitamins are …
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… "ANN-yuh-riz-um") is a bulge in a blood vessel (artery) in your leg. The bulge occurs in a weak spot in the artery. It … not smoke. If you need help quitting, talk to your doctor about stop-smoking programs and medicines. These can … not smoke. If you need help quitting, talk to your doctor about stop-smoking programs and medicines. These can …