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… Diabetes: Using Canada's Food Guide Actionset Overview Using Canada's Food Guide is a simple way to plan … of the plate. Make water your drink of choice. How to use Canada's Food Guide Canada's Food Guide can be used to … Diabetes Educator Colleen O'Connor PhD, RD - Registered Dietitian Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise …
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… Thumb-Sucking Versus Pacifier Use On this page: Overview Overview Many parents of a thumb-sucking infant question whether they should substitute a pacifier for the thumb. So far, research …
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… Endometriosis: Should I Have a Hysterectomy and Oophorectomy? Decision … but still have severe symptoms. Other women decide to use hormone therapy before having surgery. Key points to … is a major surgery with short-term and long-term risks. Recovery usually takes 4 to 6 weeks. The sudden drop in …
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… Compression Stockings: How to Use Them Actionset Overview Compression stockings: Help improve blood flow. … be a part of your daily routine. If they fit right, they should be snug but comfortable. It's best to wear them all …
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… Breastfeeding: How to Use a Breast Pump On this page: Overview Overview A breast pump is a … Position the breast shield over your breast. Your nipple should be right in the middle of the shield. You may need to …
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… Panic Disorder: Should I Take Medicine? Decision Point You may want to have … fear of being in public places. What types of medicines are used for panic disorder? The two types of medicines used … any medicine. But after reading about it and talking it over with my doctor, I decided to start taking an …
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… Headaches: Should I Take Medicine to Prevent Migraines? Decision Point … 5 Quiz Yourself 6 Your Summary Get the facts Your options Use treatment, such as medicine, to prevent migraines. Don't … memory problems. An upset stomach. Dry mouth. Constipation. Weight gain or loss. Fatigue. Dizziness. A fast heart rate. …
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… Physical Signs of Alcohol Use Disorder On this page: Overview Overview The physical signs of … develop. You may: Not feel hungry, not eat well, and lose weight. Notice tiny blood vessels on your skin that look …
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… Oxygen Therapy: Using Oxygen at Home Actionset Overview Oxygen therapy helps you get more oxygen into your lungs and bloodstream. You may use it if you have a disease that makes it hard to breathe, … will prescribe how much oxygen you need and how often to use it. To breathe the oxygen, most people use a nasal …
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… Birth Control: How to Use the Patch On this page: Overview Overview Talk to your doctor … menstrual period. If the patch is started on any other day, use a backup method of birth control for 7 days. Start the …