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… midwife may not know about. Newborn screening finds babies who may have one of these rare disorders. Finding and treating these disorders early … all and has one of these disorders. How do I find out the results of the screening? Your …
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… or visit the BC Newborn Screening Program . Useful resources: Newborn blood spot card …
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… Cancer Screening: Should I Have a PSA Test? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare Options 3 Your … Get the facts Your options Have a PSA blood test to check for prostate cancer. Do not have a PSA blood test to check for prostate cancer. This …
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… Aortic Aneurysm: Should I Get a Screening Test? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare Options 3 Your … Get the facts Your options Get a screening test for abdominal aortic aneurysm. Don't get a screening test. If you already have symptoms of an …
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… that you can talk to your doctor about them. Pregnancy: Should I Have Screening Tests for … Down syndrome. The test is not available everywhere, because a doctor must have special … generally very safe. Personal stories about deciding to have a screening test for birth …
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… Overview Why is it important to find health problems early? Screening tests help your doctor look for certain diseases before … checkups can help you stay healthy. Talk with your doctor whenever you have concerns about …
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… they have the changed gene. What Is Carrier Screening? Cystic fibrosis (CF) carrier screening is a genetic test that shows if you are a carrier of the … you make decisions about the care of your newborn child. There may be reasons you would …
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… month? Amazing changes are happening in your newborn's development. Babies' brains develop … up a lot for brief periods and need feeding, diapering, and attention. Nights of long, … Newborn Rashes and Skin Conditions Quick Tips: Getting Baby to Sleep Signs That Your …
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… Paediatric Society recommends that all newborns be screened for hearing loss. … territories in Canada offer newborn hearing tests for all babies born in hospitals. Talk … speech and language development. Early screening for hearing loss can help prevent …
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… can talk to your doctor about them. Breast Cancer Screening: When Should I Start Having … and who are at average risk for breast cancer. It is not for women who are at high …
