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Infant Formula
Infant formulas are a viable option for feeding your baby that are specially made to meet babies’ nutritional needs… important thing to know when giving your baby formula is to follow the directions on the formula container. Measure carefully and never add extra water to…
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Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain, whether caused by a specific injury or not, can be treated with active rest and range-of-motion exercises as… doesn’t touch the wall completely. Keep trying that position throughout the day. Upper extremity strengthening: As your pain goes away, try adding a general upper…
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Inhalant Use
Inhalant use is a form of substance use disorder that involves breathing in or sniffing household products on purpose to… my child from using inhalants? How can I start a discussion about inhalant use with my child Resources National Institute on Drug Abuse: Inhalants Partnership…
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Poisoning
Poison is any substance that is harmful to your body. You could breathe it in, swallow it, or absorb it… the operator and follow all instructions. Try to have the following information ready: The person’s age and weight The person’s address The type of poisonous…
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COVID-19 Vaccine Frequently Asked Questions
Find out the answers to the most commonly asked questions for the new COVID-19 vaccine… 2 doses of the updated vaccine, depending on the number of prior doses. Moderately or severely immunocompromised may receive 1 or more additional updated vaccine doses. What are the side…
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Cardioverter-Defibrillator: A Treatment for Arrhythmia
A cardioverter-defibrillator is a medical device implanted to treat an irregular heartbeat… ICD does not cure an arrhythmia or heart disease. It manages your condition(s) and helps prevent cardiac arrest and death. In addition to ICD, your doctor may prescribe medicine. Follow all instructions and…
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Caring for a Baby Who Has Down Syndrome
Raising a child with Down syndrome takes a commitment to help them be their best… You also can talk to your family doctor or visit a support group. These resources let you share your feelings and get additional information. Questions to ask your doctor Do…
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Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia that is most common in people over the age of 65. There is… What is Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia. Dementia is a condition that describes a wide range of symptoms. The symptoms are associated…
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Dysphagia
Dysphagia is a swallowing disorder that can result from multiple causes… What is dysphagia? Dysphagia is a swallowing disorder, which means it may be difficult to swallow. People who have dysphagia have trouble swallowing solid foods, liquids, or saliva. They may not be able to swallow at…
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Vegan Diet: How to Get the Nutrients You Need
Vegans do not eat animal products or any foods that have animal sources. When done right, a vegan diet can… Vegans avoid eating all animal products, including meat, eggs, and dairy. They also don’t eat food that has an animal source, like gelatin and honey…
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Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate
Cleft lip and cleft palate are birth defects that happen when a baby’s lip or mouth don’t form correctly early… What is cleft lip and cleft palate? Cleft lip and cleft palate are birth defects. They happen when a baby’s lip or mouth don’t form correctly…
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Fetal Ultrasound
A fetal ultrasound is a test that uses sound waves to create an image of your unborn baby on a… A fetal ultrasound is a test that uses sound waves to create an image of your unborn baby on a video screen. The image helps…
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Chronic Pain Medicines
Chronic pain can last from 3 months to many years. Medicines to treat it include pain relievers, antidepressants, and… Chronic pain is a type of pain that continues over time. It can last anywhere from 3 months or more to several years. Chronic pain may…
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Choosing a Family Doctor
A family doctor is trained in all areas of medicine to take care of your whole family. Choosing the right… A family doctor is one who takes care of the whole family. Many doctors train in a specialty area of medicine. However, family doctors are…
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Toilet Training Your Child
Toilet training is a major milestone in your child’s life. Learn tips on how you can successfully train your child… Children go through many milestones as they grow. One of the biggest—for them and for you—is learning to use the toilet. Parents often have questions…
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Nasal Sprays: How to Use Them Correctly
Nasal sprays are liquid medicines you spray into your nose to help relieve congestion. Using nasal sprays the correct way… Nasal sprays are liquid medicines you spray into your nose. They are used to help relieve congestion (stuffiness) in your nose. Congestion is often a…
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High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
High blood pressure (hypertension) is a medical condition that occurs when your blood moves through your arteries at higher pressure… What is high blood pressure? Blood pressure is the force of your blood as it flows through the arteries in your body. Arteries are blood…
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Intermittent Fasting
Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern. You fast during a certain period of time each day. You then eat during… You may have heard of the term intermittent fasting. It’s a popular topic nowadays. Some people talk about it when looking for a way…
