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… Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol Last updated … Vietnamese Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in your blood. There are two main types: HDL (high density … peas, lentils and some vegetables and fruit. To increase your intake: Choose oatmeal, oat bran or cereal with added …
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… HIV and HIV tests Last updated June 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 08m Sexually Transmitted … of transmitting it to others. You can greatly reduce your risk of transmitting HIV to others by taking … or rash. The only way to know if you have HIV is to have your blood tested. What is an HIV test? If you have been …
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… might try these other ways to relieve stress. Ways to relax your mind Mindfulness-based stress reduction can calm your mind and body to help you cope with illness, pain, and … All of these things can be affected by stress. Natural health products Some people use natural health products such …
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… Through by-products of normal processes that take place in your body. Examples include burning sugars for energy and … supplements. But it's best to get antioxidants from a healthy diet. Why It Is Used Antioxidants may play a role in … Risks Until more studies are done, it's best to get your antioxidants from a diet rich in fruits and vegetables …
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… (CBE) is a physical examination of the breast done by a health professional. Clinical breast examinations are used … problems. A clinical breast examination may be part of your regular checkup. Talk with your health professional about how often you need a breast …
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… HIV testing in pregnancy Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 38a Download PDF Document English … breast/chest feeding. Because of the risk of passing HIV to your baby, it is very important for you to get tested for … You need to start treatment as soon as possible to improve your own health and help you have a healthy pregnancy and …
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… Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure Last updated … is pushing too hard against artery walls. This can damage your arteries over time and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. Another term for high …
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… testing for Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 51b Download PDF Document English … (or phlegm) is mucus that you cough up from deep inside your lungs. It is usually thick, cloudy and sticky. Sputum is not saliva (spit) as saliva comes from your mouth and is thin, clear and watery. Do not collect …
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… Emergency contraception (EC) Last updated September 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 91b Download PDF Document English … plastic device wrapped in copper. It is inserted into your uterus (via your vagina) by your health care provider. When inserted …
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… others. Spinal manipulation is safe when done by a trained health professional. Afterward, some people feel tired or … very rare. If you have tight muscles or muscles that spasm, your health care provider may first use heat, ultrasound, or electrical current. This helps relax your muscles before you receive spinal manipulation. How …
