Search Results

5951 results found
Health topics
… Register your pregnancy for prenatal care Last updated April 15, 2015 Overview Pregnancy is an exciting time! It's also a time full of … emotional and life changes. Get the best possible support during and after pregnancy by registering with your local …
Health topics
… Eating Out When You Have Diabetes On this page: Overview … carbohydrate you are eating. Most fast-food restaurants have information about the carbohydrates, calories, sodium, … It will be much easier to make healthy choices if you have already decided what you will order. Try not to arrive …
Health topics
… Heart Rate Problems: Should I Get a Pacemaker? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to … checked and to make sure you don't have any problems. During and soon after the procedure. Problems can happen …
HealthLinkBC files
… 6 weeks may be at a higher risk, especially if they do not have access to a cool indoor environment. Weight normally gained during a pregnancy can make it harder for the body to maintain a safe … who experiences more tightenings than usual in the abdomen should be checked by their midwife, doctor, or obstetrician. …
Health topics
… Uterine Fibroids: Should I Use GnRH-A Therapy? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to … for you to get pregnant, or it can cause problems during a pregnancy. Over time, the size, shape, location, and …
Health topics
… Tips for Exercising Safely When You Have Diabetes On this page: Getting Started Related … food with you. You may get symptoms of low blood sugar during exercise or up to 24 hours later. Use proper footwear … cannot do as much as usual, talk to your doctor. Things you should know about blood sugar levels Ask your doctor if your …
Health topics
… Depression: Should I Take Antidepressants While I'm Pregnant? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to … If you were taking antidepressants at the end of your pregnancy, your newborn may need to stay in the hospital for …
Health topics
… Bipolar Disorder: Helping Someone During a Manic Episode On this page: Overview Related … 2 to 3 hours of sleep. Call a health professional if you have questions or concerns about the behaviour of a person … 2 to 3 hours of sleep. Call a health professional if you have questions or concerns about the behaviour of a person …
Health topics
Pregnancy After Weight-Loss (Bariatric) Surgery On this … surgery is only used for people who are very overweight and have not been able to lose weight with diet and exercise. … and gestational diabetes . Reduce how much weight you gain during pregnancy. It might also reduce your risk of needing …
Health topics
… Headaches: Should I Take Medicine to Prevent Migraines? Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to … can cause birth defects if they are taken during pregnancy. Botox can cause severe weakness in the muscles of …