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… enough protein, vitamin B12, vitamin D, and zinc, in addition to the extra folic acid , … enough protein, vitamin B12, vitamin D, and zinc, in addition to the extra folic acid , …
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Topic Overview What is postpartum? During the first weeks after giving birth, your body begins to heal and adjust to not being pregnant. This is called postpartum (or the postpartum period). Your …
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Condition Overview Is this topic for you? This topic is about simple snoring. If you stop breathing, choke, or gasp during sleep, you may have a problem called sleep apnea, which can be serious. For …
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… Topic Overview What is prediabetes? Prediabetes is a warning sign that you are at … be, but not high enough to be diabetes. Prediabetes is also called impaired glucose …
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Topic Overview Is this topic for you? If you have had a C-section and would like information about how a caesarean affects future deliveries, see the topic Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC) . What …
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… Topic Overview Good health care doesn't just happen. You have to … do your part. Taking an active role in your health care is the best way to make sure you … be faced with one or more of the following health decisions at some time. Use the skills …
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… Overview What is a heart attack? A heart attack occurs when blood … arms. Light-headedness or sudden weakness. A fast or irregular heartbeat. For men and … to Prevent a Heart Attack or Stroke? Heart Rate Problems: Should I Get a Pacemaker? Heart …
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… the hospital. Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR). If you are not immune to rubella or … your doctor may recommend that you have the MMR vaccine after childbirth. An Rh … the hospital. Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR). If you are not immune to rubella or …
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Topic Overview What are the most common skin conditions in newborns? It's very common for newborns to have rashes or other skin problems. Some of them have long names that are hard to say and sound …
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… with medicines that are put on your skin (topical medicines). Gentle skin care, … getting worse. Topical medicines are usually creams, gels, or ointments. They include … twice a day. If your doctor prescribes a cream, use it as directed. If your doctor …
