Category: Health Tips
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Regular aging or Alzheimer’s?
There are 10 common warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease. It’s important to understand how these signs appear in someone with Alzheimer’s disease compared to normal aging.
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How to use an EpiPen
Learn how to use an epi-pen properly with this video. You could potentially save someone's life if they're having a severe allergic reaction...
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A smooth school transition for kids with special needs
Change and transition can be hard for anyone and this is especially true for children with special developmental needs. Re-establishing routines and building familiarity are both...
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Protecting young ears
Noise that's potentially damaging to an adult’s ears is even more dangerous to a child’s. And, since hearing loss from exposure to loud noises is permanent, it’s important for parents to start the habit of protecting kids’ ears while they’re young...
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Managing COPD flare-ups
A COPD flare-up, also known as an exacerbation or “lung attack,” can be caused by a trigger, such as air pollution, scents, or allergens, or by a lung infection caused by a virus or bacteria. They’re one of the main reasons people with COPD have to be hospitalized, and can be...
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Tips to minimize your risk of burns outdoors
Every spring and summer, Hamilton General Hospital sees a number of trauma cases due to risky behaviour around campfires, brush fires and barbecues. Lightning is also...
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