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caefiss reports

caesarean delivery

caesarean section

caesarean section incisions

caffeine during pregnancy

cage questionnaire for alcohol problems

calcific tendinitis

calcitonin

calcium

calcium (ca) in blood test

calcium (ca) in urine test

calcium channel blocker medicines

calcium deposits and tendinitis (calcific tendinitis)

calcium supplements

calf muscle

calf muscle injury

calf stretch

calf stretch (back knee straight)

calf stretch (both knees bent)

calluses and corns

calluses and corns: protective padding

calluses and corns: using pumice stones

calluses on the foot

calming your mind with mindfulness-based stress reduction (mbsr)

calories

cal's story: learning to exercise when you have copd

campylobacteriosis

canada's food guide

canadian organic logo and usda organic seal

cancer

cancer: adjusting over time

cancer antigen 125 (ca-125) test

cancer: controlling cancer pain

cancer: controlling nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy

cancer: dealing with stress

cancer during pregnancy

cancer: finding peace in spirituality

cancer: finding your strength

cancer: help for fatigue

cancer: home treatment for constipation

cancer: home treatment for diarrhea

cancer: home treatment for fatigue

cancer: home treatment for mouth sores

cancer: home treatment for nausea or vomiting

cancer: home treatment for pain

cancer: home treatment for sleep problems

cancer: how it affects your relationships

cancer: how to talk to your children

cancer in the colon

cancer: life after treatment

cancer pain

cancer: preparing for hair loss from chemotherapy

cancer staging and grading

cancer support: being an active patient

cancer support: coping with cancer treatments

cancer support: dealing with emotions and fears

cancer support: family, friends, and relationships

cancer support: finding out that you have cancer

cancer support: life after treatment

cancer support: managing stress

cancer support: when your cancer comes back or gets worse

cancer treatment and infertility

cancer treatment: help for mouth and throat problems

cancer treatment: help for when you feel sick or lose your appetite

cancer: understanding your feelings

cancer: when you first find out

cancer: your support network

canker sore

canker sores

cannabis

capsaicin

capsaicin for osteoarthritis

carbohydrate

carbohydrate foods

carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and blood sugar

carbon dioxide (co2) test

carbon dioxide laser

carbon dioxide laser treatment for abnormal cervical cell changes

carbon monoxide (co) test

carbon monoxide poisoning

carbon monoxide poisoning: protecting your home

carcinoembryonic antigen (cea) test

carcinoid syndrome

cardiac arrest

cardiac blood pool scan

cardiac cachexia

cardiac catheterization

cardiac catheterization and coronary angiogram

cardiac catheterization: before your procedure

cardiac catheterization in children

cardiac catheterization laboratory

cardiac catheterization: returning home

cardiac device monitoring

cardiac electrophysiologist

cardiac enzyme studies

cardiac ischemia: fast facts

cardiac output

cardiac perfusion scan

cardiac rehab: how it can help

cardiac rehabilitation

cardiac rehabilitation: emotional health benefits

cardiac rehabilitation: exercise

cardiac rehabilitation: home program

cardiac rehabilitation: hospital program

cardiac rehabilitation: lifestyle changes

cardiac rehabilitation: maintenance program

cardiac rehabilitation: medicine and exercise

cardiac rehabilitation: monitoring your body's response to exercise

cardiac rehabilitation: outpatient program

cardiac rehabilitation (rehab)

cardiac rehabilitation team

cardiac rehabilitation: weight and resistance training

cardiac rehab: what is it?

cardiac tamponade

cardiologist

cardiomyopathy

cardiovascular surgeon

cardiovascular system

care at the end of life

care for an indwelling urinary catheter

care for a skin wound

care for minor burns

caregiver support: talking about advance care planning

caregiver tips

caregiving: adult underwear for incontinence

caregiving: fingernail care

caregiving: foot and toenail care

caregiving: helping someone get in and out of a car

caregiving: helping someone with eating

caregiving: how to give a bed bath

caregiving: how to help with a shower

caregiving: how to help with a sink bath

caregiving: how to prepare

caregiving: how to turn a person in bed

caregiving: how to turn someone in bed

caregiving: making a home safe

caregiving: overview of personal care

caregiving: preventing rashes in the groin area

caregiving: reducing germs and infection in the home

caregiving: shaving an adult

caregiving: skin care for immobile adults

caregiving: take care of yourself too

caregiving: using a bedpan or urinal

caregiving: using a bedside commode (toilet)

caregiving: using disposable gloves

caregiving: washing and styling hair

caregiving: washing soiled clothes and linens

care in the hospital: bleeding prevention and blood thinners

care in the hospital: central vascular access device (cvad)

care in the hospital: chg bathing

care in the hospital: preventing a urinary catheter infection

care in the hospital: preventing pressure injuries

care of an insect sting

caring for a baby's nails

caring for a baby with neonatal abstinence syndrome (nas)

caring for a drain after surgery

caring for adults with autism

caring for more than one baby

caring for your child's drain after surgery

caring for your child's iv site

caring for your child's tracheostomy

caring for your feeding tube

caring for your implanted port

caring for your iv site

caring for your newborn: diapers

caring for your newborn: feeding

caring for your newborn: sleeping

caring for your newborn: umbilical cord

caring for your picc or central iv line

caring for yourself after cesarean delivery

caring for yourself after vaginal delivery

caring for yourself while your baby is in the nicu

caring for your skin when you have diabetes

caring for your stoma and ostomy bag

caring for your tracheostomy

caring for your urinary catheter

carole's story: taking medicine right away to stop a migraine

carotid artery

carotid artery disease

carotid artery procedure: how others decided

carotid artery procedures: stroke prevention

carotid artery stenosis

carotid artery stenting

carotid artery stenting: before your procedure

carotid artery stenting: returning home

carotid endarterectomy

carotid endarterectomy: before your surgery

carotid endarterectomy: returning home

carpal tunnel

carpal tunnel release surgery

carpal tunnel syndrome

carpal tunnel syndrome: a few tips for preventing it

carpal tunnel syndrome: safe posture and movements

carpal tunnel syndrome: should i have surgery?

carpal tunnel syndrome: stretches

carrier

carrier test for autosomal recessive conditions

car seat safety

cartilage

cast care tips

cataract

cataracts

cataracts: eye care after surgery

cataracts in children

cataracts: questions about surgery

cataracts: should i have surgery?

cataract surgery

cat-camel

catecholamines

catecholamines in blood test

catecholamines in urine test

catheter ablation

catheter ablation for a fast heart rate

catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation

catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation: before your procedure

catheter ablation for svt: before your procedure

catheter ablation: returning home

catheterization position for men

catheterization position for women

catheter placement during a cardiac catheterization

catheter placement in femoral vein

catheters for urinary incontinence in men

cathy's story: dealing with stress

cat-scratch disease

cauda equina syndrome

causes of bleeding in the digestive tract

causes of hair loss: medicines and medical treatments

causes of hyperventilation

cavities (tooth decay)

cd4+ cells

cd4+ count test

celiac disease

celiac disease antibodies test

celiac disease: eating a gluten-free diet

cell-free dna test

cellulitis

central nervous system

central vascular access device (cvad)

central vascular access device (cvad): changing the dressing

central vascular access device (cvad): flushing

central vision

cerebral palsy

cerebral palsy (cp)

cerebrospinal fluid (csf)

certified diabetes educator (cde)

certified specialists

cervical biopsy

cervical cancer

cervical cancer screening

cervical cap for birth control

cervical cell changes on a pap test

cervical cerclage

cervical collar

cervical collars

cervical disc herniation

cervical effacement

cervical effacement and dilatation

cervical insufficiency

cervical polyps

cervical spinal fusion

cervical spinal stenosis

cervical spine (neck) ct scan

cervical spondylosis

cervicitis

cervix

chalazion

challenge tests for asthma

chambers of the heart

chamomile

change a habit by setting goals

change in heartbeat

changes in your nails

change your outlook to lower your stress

charcot foot

charting your basal body temperature

checking peak flow

checklist for evaluating hospice programs

checklist for preventing falls at home

checklist for shoes and socks that fit well

checklist for the home for vertigo

chelation therapy

chemical burn

chemical in the eye

chemical peel

chemical pink eye (conjunctivitis)

chemistry screen

chemo brain

chemotherapy

cherry angiomas

cheryl's story: dealing with depression

chest and shoulder stretch

chest problems

chest wall pain

chest x-ray

chest x-ray of a swallowed object

chg bathing at home: before your surgery

chickenpox

chickenpox and smallpox rash comparison

chickenpox: controlling the itch

chickenpox: preventing skin infections

chickenpox rash

chickenpox (varicella)

chickenpox (varicella-zoster) vaccine

chiggers

chikungunya fever

chilblains (perniosis)

child abuse and neglect

child abuse: emotional abuse by parents

childbirth afterpains

childbirth classes

childbirth: epidurals

childbirth: is planning a c-section a good choice?

childbirth: labouring in water and water delivery

childbirth: opioid pain medicines

childbirth pain relief options

childbirth: perineal massage before labour

childbirth: pudendal block

childbirth: strep infections during delivery

child car seats

child cpr

childhood fears and exposure to violence

childhood glaucoma

childhood leukemia: understanding treatment

childhood leukemia: what is all?

childhood leukemia: what is aml?

childhood leukemia: working with your care team

children and cough and cold medicines

children and teens: what is type 2 diabetes?

children's growth chart

children's health

child safety: air pollution

child safety: bathing

child safety: bicycles and tricycles

child safety: drowning prevention in pools and hot tubs

child safety: fires

child safety: guns and firearms

child safety: pets

child safety: preventing burns

child safety: preventing child abduction

child safety: preventing drowning

child safety: preventing falls

child safety: streets and motor vehicles

child safety: strollers and shopping carts

child safety: washing toys to prevent germs

child's digestive system

child's esophagus

child who is overweight: evaluating nutrition and activity patterns

child who is overweight: medical evaluation

chili pepper burns

chipped or broken tooth or dental appliance

chiropractic

chiropractic therapy

chiropractor (doctor of chiropractic)

chlamydia

chlamydia tests

chloride (cl) test

choking rescue for babies

choking rescue procedure: heimlich manoeuvre

cholecystectomy: before your surgery

cholecystectomy: returning home

cholecystitis

cholera

cholestasis of pregnancy

cholesterol

cholesterol and triglycerides: eating fish and fish oil

cholesterol and triglycerides tests

cholesterol: choosing a heart-healthy life

cholesterol: how it raises your risk

cholesterol in children and teens

cholesterol numbers: what they mean for your health

cholesterol test: understanding the test

cholesterol treatment guidelines

choosing a counselor or therapist for your child

choosing a health care agent

choosing a health care provider

choosing a hospital

choosing an insulin pump

choosing a nursing home

choosing a prosthesis after breast cancer surgery

choosing a substitute decision-maker (sdm)

choosing a vitamin and mineral supplement

choosing a weight-loss program

choosing baby bottles and nipples

choosing child care

chorionic villi of the placenta

chorionic villus sampling (cvs)

chromium

chromosome analysis

chromosomes

chronic bronchitis

chronic constipation

chronic illness: help for caregivers

chronic kidney disease

chronic kidney disease: medicines to be careful with

chronic low back pain: is it time to try something new?

chronic lung disease in infants

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (cll)

chronic myeloid leukemia (cml)

chronic myofascial pain

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (copd)

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (copd): fast facts

chronic pain

chronic pain: finding your strength

chronic pain: how medicines can help you manage it

chronic pain: managing pain with healthy thinking

chronic pain syndrome

chronic pain: tracking how you're doing

chronic pain: treatments other than medicine

chronic pain: using healthy thinking

chronic pain: what does it mean for you?

chronic pancreatitis: pain management

chronic pelvic pain

circle method for using dental floss

circumcision

circumcision benefits and risks

circumcision: should i keep my son's penis natural?

cirrhosis

cirrhosis: beta-blockers for portal hypertension and varices

cirrhosis complications: encephalopathy

cirrhosis complications: spontaneous bacterial peritonitis

cirrhosis complications: variceal bleeding

cirrhosis of the liver

cirrhosis: surgical shunts for portal hypertension

cirrhosis: vasoconstrictor medicines for variceal bleeding

clamshell

classification of asthma

classification of heart failure

classification of spinal cord injuries

cleaning a wound

cleaning up diarrhea

cleaning your young child's natural (uncircumcised) penis

clear liquids

cleft lip

cleft palate

cleft palate: feeding your baby

clinical breast examination

clinical trial

clinical trials

clopidogrel and genetic testing

closed-angle glaucoma

closed-angle glaucoma: medicines to avoid

closed head injury: fast facts

clostridioides difficile (c. diff) colitis

clostridioides difficile (c. diff) toxins test

clotting factor replacement for hemophilia

clotting factors

clubbing

clubfoot

club foot

clue cells

cluster headaches

coarctation of the aorta

cocaine

cochlear implant: before your surgery

cochlear implant: returning home

cochlear implants

coenzyme q10

cognitive behavioral therapy for pain management

cognitive behavioural therapy

cognitive behavioural therapy for eating disorders

cognitive development

cognitive development, ages 12 to 24 months

cognitive development, ages 15 to 18 years

cognitive development, ages 1 to 12 months

cognitive development, ages 6 to 10 years

cognitive enhancement therapy

cognitive growth in newborns

cognitive impairment

cold agglutinins test

cold exposure: emergency equipment

cold exposure: ways the body loses heat

cold exposure: what increases your risk of injury?

cold hands: home treatment

cold-injured skin

cold packs for eye injuries

colds

colds and flu

cold sores

cold temperature exposure

cold temperature sensitivity

colic

colic diary

colic: harmful treatments

collagen

collapsed lung (pneumothorax)

collarbone (clavicle)

colon cancer: screening tests and what the results mean

colonoscopy

colonoscopy: anatomy of the colon

colonoscopy: overview

colon polyps

colon polyps: fast facts

colon surgery

colorado tick fever

colorectal cancer

colorectal cancer genetic testing

colorectal cancer, metastatic or recurrent

colorectal cancer test recommendations

colorectal surgeon

colostomy

colostomy for colorectal cancer

colostomy irrigation

colostomy pouch

colostrum

colour blindness

colour changes in nails

colposcopy

combining breastfeeding and formula-feeding

committing again to healthy eating

committing to quitting: your quit-tobacco plan

common areas where pressure injuries develop

common bile duct

common coping responses for stress

common questions about giving yourself shots

common questions about the influenza (flu) vaccine

common sites of swollen lymph nodes

common stinging or biting insects or spiders

common types of birthmarks

common types of hernias

comparing nicotine replacement methods

comparing rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis

comparing stop-smoking medicines

comparing sugar substitutes

comparing symptoms of normal moodiness with depression in children

compartment syndrome

compensation

complementary medicine

complementary medicine for arthritis

complement test

complete blood count (cbc)

complete blood count (cbc) test: understanding the test

complex regional pain syndrome

complex regional pain syndrome (crps)

complicated urinary tract infections

complications of ear infections

complications of enlarged prostate

complications of grief

complications of lupus

complications of osteoarthritis

complications of paget's disease

complications of peptic ulcer

comprehensive metabolic panel

comprehensive rehabilitation programs for low back pain

compression fractures

compression stockings for varicose veins

compression stockings: how to use them

computed tomographic colonography

computed tomography (ct) angiogram

computed tomography (ct) scan

computed tomography (ct) scan of the body

computed tomography (ct) scan of the head and face

computed tomography (ct) scan of the spine

concussion

concussion (traumatic brain injury)

conditions with symptoms similar to depression in children and teens

condom catheter for men

conduct disorder

confusion, memory loss, and altered alertness

congenital heart defects in children

congenital heart defect types

congenital heart disease

congenital heart disease: caring for your child

congenital heart disease in adults

congenital hydrocele

congenital hydrocephalus

congenital syphilis

congenital torticollis

conjunctivitis

conjunctivitis (pink eye)

conn's syndrome

conserving energy when you have copd or other chronic conditions

constipation, age 11 and younger

constipation, age 12 and older

constipation: here's help

constipation in children

constipation: keeping your bowels healthy

contact dermatitis

contact lens care

contact lenses

contact lenses: dry eyes

contact lens problems: hypoxia

contact lens problems: infection

continuous glucose monitor

continuous glucose monitoring

continuous positive airway pressure (cpap)

continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) for sleep apnea

continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) therapy for obstructive sleep apnea

contraceptive sponge for birth control

contractions during pregnancy: what to expect

contraction stress test

contraction stress test (cst)

contracture

contrast baths

contrast material

controlling dust, dust mites, and other allergens in your home

controlling indoor mould

controlling pet allergens

coombs test

copd

copd action plan

copd and alpha-1 antitrypsin (aat) deficiency

copd and sex

copd: avoiding weight loss

copd: avoiding your triggers

copd (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)

copd: clearing your lungs

copd: eating well for strength and energy

copd: exercises for building strength

copd flare-ups

copd: handling a flare-up

copd: how to use a nebulizer

copd: keeping your diet healthy

copd: keeping your quality of life

copd: lung volume reduction surgery

copd's effect on the lungs

copd: take this chance to quit smoking

copd: taking medicines after a flare-up

copd: time to decide about smoking

copd: try a new quit-smoking strategy

copd: using exercise to feel better

copd: what happens to your lungs

copd: you can still be active

coping after a traumatic event

coping strategies to avoid harming a baby

coping when your child is near the end of life

coping with changing sleep patterns as you get older

coping with cravings when you're quitting tobacco

coping with osteoarthritis

coping with stress

copperhead

coral snake

core needle breast biopsy: before your procedure

core needle lymph node biopsy

core stabilization

cornea

cornea, lens, and iris

corneal ring implants for nearsightedness

corns

coronary angiogram: before your procedure

coronary angiogram: how others decided

coronary angiogram: returning home

coronary angioplasty

coronary angioplasty: before your procedure

coronary angioplasty: returning home

coronary arteries

coronary arteries and heart function

coronary artery bypass graft surgery

coronary artery bypass graft surgery: how it is done

coronary artery bypass graft surgery: how to prepare

coronary artery bypass graft surgery: recovering in the hospital

coronary artery bypass graft surgery: self-care for recovery

coronary artery bypass graft surgery: the recovery process

coronary artery bypass graft surgery: what to expect after you go home

coronary artery bypass surgery

coronary artery bypass surgery: day one of recovery

coronary artery bypass surgery for coronary artery disease

coronary artery bypass surgery: minimally invasive methods

coronary artery bypass surgery: when you arrive at the hospital

coronary artery bypass surgery: your medical team

coronary artery disease

coronary artery disease: 5 ways to help lower your risk

coronary artery disease: 7 ways to help lower your risk for a heart attack

coronary artery disease and alcohol

coronary artery disease and depression

coronary artery disease: being active

coronary artery disease: commit to making an exercise plan

coronary artery disease: every step matters

coronary artery disease: exercising for a healthy heart

coronary artery disease: family history

coronary artery disease: getting back on track

coronary artery disease: helping a loved one

coronary artery disease: making peace with medicines

coronary artery disease: moving forward

coronary artery disease: prevention myths

coronary artery disease: roles of different doctors

coronary artery disease: should i have an angiogram?

coronary artery disease: should i have angioplasty for stable angina?

coronary artery disease: should i have bypass surgery?

coronary calcium scan

coronary stent

coronavirus (covid-19)

coroner

corporal punishment

cor pulmonale

corticosteroid injection

corticosteroid medicines

cortisol

cortisol in blood test

cortisol in urine test

cosmetic surgery and procedures

costochondritis

cottonmouth (water moccasin)

coughs, age 11 and younger

coughs, age 12 and older

cough suppressant

cough symptoms in children

counseling for depression

counselling

counselling for ptsd

counselling for sexual problems

counselling for your teen

counterforce brace

counting carbohydrate grams or servings

coverage for hospice palliative care in canada

covid-19: 7 ways to stay safe when you're at high risk

covid-19: advice if you're planning a pregnancy, pregnant, recently pregnant, or breastfeeding

covid-19: caring for someone who is sick

covid-19: how to wear a mask

covid-19: keeping your distance

covid-19 or flu? how to tell

covid-19: people who are at high risk for serious illness

covid-19: pushing back against stigma

covid-19: taking care of yourself when you have it

covid-19: what is it?

covid-19: why get the vaccine?

covid-19: why i got the vaccine

cow's milk protein allergy in babies

c-peptide test

cpr

cpr basics

cpr for babies: positioning your hands for chest compressions

cpr for babies: rescue breathing

cpr in adults: positioning your hands for chest compressions

cradle cap

cranberry juice and urinary tract infections

cranial nerves

cranial ultrasound

craniosynostosis

c-reactive protein (crp) test

creatine kinase test

creating a healthy schedule when working from home

creatinine

creatinine and creatinine clearance

crib safety

criteria for diagnosing diabetes

critical care medicine specialist

crohn's disease

crohn's disease: problems outside the digestive tract

crohn's disease: when surgery is needed

croup

croup: managing a croup attack

crown

crying, age 3 and younger

crying child and possible abuse

crying child that is not acting normally

crying: helping a tired or overstimulated child

cryosurgery for non-melanoma skin cancer

cryosurgery for prostate cancer

cryotherapy for abnormal cervical cell changes

cryotherapy for genital warts

cryotherapy for warts

cryptosporidium

ct scan of damaged kidneys

ct scan of the facial bones

culture and sensitivity

cup-feeding baby with breast milk or formula

curettage and electrosurgery for non-melanoma skin cancer

curl-ups

curved upper back

cushing's disease

cushing's syndrome

cutaneous anthrax infection

cuts

cuts: when stitches are needed

cut that removes all layers of skin

cyanotic congenital heart disease

cyst

cystectomy

cystic fibrosis

cystic fibrosis: caring for your child at home

cystic fibrosis carrier screening

cystic fibrosis (cf)

cystic fibrosis: helping your child cough up mucus

cystic fibrosis: what it means for you and your child

cystic lesions from acne

cystocele (bladder prolapse)

cystometry

cystoscopy

cystoscopy of the bladder

cystourethrogram

cytomegalovirus (cmv)

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