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… Condition Basics What is malaria? Malaria is a disease that causes a … and do a physical examination. If the doctor thinks you may have malaria, they will use a blood smear to check for the disease. During …
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… 41f Travel Series What is malaria? Malaria is a very serious disease … These tiny parasites can get into your bloodstream and multiply after a bite by an … doing the following: Wear light-coloured clothing, long sleeve shirts, pants and socks. …
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… Learning Center Learn about your blood and lymphatic health Your blood and … Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome Lymphedema Malaria Mononucleosis (Mono) Neutropenia: … information section Take Action Blood Thinners Other Than Warfarin: Taking Them …
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… Actionset Overview Testing your blood sugar can help you manage your diabetes, … of testing. It can also help you know what things in your daily life affect your blood … the skin deeply or lightly depending on the thickness of the skin and where on the body …
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… and your child need to know when your child's blood sugar level is outside the target range. … Gather your supplies. Be sure you have everything you need to test your child's blood … the skin deeply or lightly depending on the thickness of the skin and where on the body …
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… Actionset Overview Checking your blood sugar helps you manage your diabetes … 1 of 11, Gather your supplies., Gather the things you need to test your blood sugar. This … the skin deeply or lightly depending on the thickness of the skin and where on the body …
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… my baby screened? A small spot of your baby’s blood can be used to get important information … (CF) is an inherited disorder that causes thick mucus to build up in the lungs and may … baby. You can help comfort your baby by soothing them with your voice and providing …
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… 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 saliva … up from deep inside your lungs. It is usually thick, cloudy and sticky. Sputum is not saliva …
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… that you can talk to your doctor about them. Blood Transfusions: Should I Bank Blood Before … me this is likely to happen again. It has something to do with an uncommon antibody in my … are just as important as the medical facts. Think about what matters most to you in this …
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… Actionset Overview When blood pressure is high, it starts to damage the blood vessels, heart, and kidneys. This can … other problems. But if you don't measure your blood pressure, you won't know when it's high, …
