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Shin Splints

… of the leg. Some people have mild swelling too. When you first notice the pain, it may just be at the start of your … of the leg. Some people have mild swelling too. When you first notice the pain, it may just be at the start of your …
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Swimmers Ear Otitis Externa

… can help swimmer's ear. But it is important to see a doctor first. If your doctor says it's okay, you can try the … can help swimmer's ear. But it is important to see a doctor first. If your doctor says it's okay, you can try the …
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Caregiving How to Turn Someone in Bed

… fold the pillow under and tuck the other edge under the first edge. That creates a "roll" that stays in place better … fold the pillow under and tuck the other edge under the first edge. That creates a "roll" that stays in place better …
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Femoral-Tibial Bypass Surgery

… about 1 week. You can expect your leg to be swollen at first. This is a normal part of recovery and may last 2 or 3 … about 1 week. You can expect your leg to be swollen at first. This is a normal part of recovery and may last 2 or 3 …
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High Blood Pressure in Children and Teens

… a child's reading might be 96/57 or "96 over 57." The first number is the systolic pressure. It shows how hard the … a child's reading might be 96/57 or "96 over 57." The first number is the systolic pressure. It shows how hard the …
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Broken Rib

… good idea to lie on your injured side. This may seem odd at first, but it will let you take deeper breaths. In the past, … good idea to lie on your injured side. This may seem odd at first, but it will let you take deeper breaths. In the past, …
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Healthy Eating Making Healthy Choices When You Eat Out

… so that you can split the meal before you even take the first bite. Try splitting a meal with someone else at your … so that you can split the meal before you even take the first bite. Try splitting a meal with someone else at your …
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Huntington Disease Genetic Test

… who has Huntington disease, their blood usually is tested first to identify the changed gene that might run in your … who has Huntington disease, their blood usually is tested first to identify the changed gene that might run in your …
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Haemophilus influenzae type b Hib vaccine

… not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more …
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Health advice for travellers

… immunizations you need Buy medical insurance Make or buy a first aid kit for common health concerns. Include pain and …