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Social Media and Your Mental Health

… social media affects our mental health. The problem with comparing It's natural to compare yourself to the people you … you see about other people and their lives might not be accurate. Limit your time on social media platforms. Research … for a day, a weekend, or however long you decide can offer you a fresh perspective. It can give your brain a rest …
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Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn (HDN)

… There can be a problem if you and your baby have a different blood type and Rh factor. HDN can happen if you are … fight and destroy these foreign cells. Your immune system stores these antibodies in case these foreign cells come … cells. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your child's doctor: Know the reason for the visit
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Cancer of Unknown Primary: Surgery

… used for cancer of unknown primary There are many different ways to use surgery to treat CUP. The type of surgery … The amount of time it takes to heal from surgery is different for each person. Recovering at home When you get … to go back to your normal activities. These include grocery shopping, driving, and activities that involve lifting. …
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How the Liver Works

… small tubes (ducts) that connect with larger ducts from the common hepatic duct. The common hepatic duct transports the … hemoglobin for distribution of its iron content (The liver stores iron.) Conversion of poisonous ammonia to urea (Urea … from the bloodstream Clearance of bilirubin. An accumulation of bilirubin will turn the skin and eyes yellow. …
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AEDs Save Lives

… by applying electricity. They are often found in airports, shopping malls, sports venues, schools and gyms. AEDs: … heart rhythm Coordinates the heart muscle contracting and restores normal heart rhythm Returns the pulse within 30 to 45 seconds of being shocked (if successful)  AEDs and CPR Save Lives When someone collapses …
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