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pacemaker

pacemaker: living well with it

pacemaker placement

pacemaker placement: returning home

pacifier

packing a wound at home

paget's disease of bone

pain control

pain control at the end of life

pain control diary

pain diary

pain distraction

painful urination (dysuria)

pain in a spinal cord injury

pain management

pain management clinic

pain management: patient-controlled analgesia (pca) pump

pain management specialist

pain medicine

pain rating scale

pain relief for fibromyalgia

pain relief with knee replacement surgery

pain severity, adult or child (not baby)

pain severity, baby (under 3 years)

pain severity, child (3 and up)

palliative care

pallidotomy for parkinson's disease

palpitations

pancreas

pancreas transplant

pancreatic cancer

pancreatic pseudocyst

pancreatitis

panic attack

panic attacks and panic disorder

panic disorder

panic disorder: should i take medicine?

papilledema

pap test

pap test (papanicolaou test or pap smear)

paracentesis

paraesophageal hernia

paraffin wax for arthritis

paralysis

paranoia

paraphimosis

parasite

parathyroidectomy: before your surgery

parathyroidectomy: returning home

parathyroid glands

parathyroid hormone

parathyroid hormone (pth) test

parenting

parent or smoker: how does your child see you?

paresthesia

parkinson-plus syndromes

parkinson's disease

parkinson's disease and exercise

parkinson's disease and freezing

parkinson's disease and nutrition

parkinson's disease and sexual problems

parkinson's disease and speech problems

parkinson's disease and tremors

parkinson's disease: eating and drooling problems

parkinson's disease: modifying your activities and your home

parkinson's disease: movement problems from levodopa

parkinson's disease: other symptoms

paronychia

parotid gland

parotitis

paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

parp inhibitors

partial hip replacement

partial hip replacement surgery

partial thromboplastin time (ptt) test

partner abuse

partner support during pregnancy

parts of a tooth

passing tissue during pregnancy

passive toe stretch

patellar dislocation

patellar subluxation

patellar tracking disorder

patellar tracking disorder: exercises

patellofemoral pain syndrome

patent ductus arteriosus (pda)

patent foramen ovale

patent foramen ovale (pfo)

pathogen

pathologist

patient advocate

patient rights

patty's story: using positive thinking to help back pain

pavlik harness

peak expiratory flow

peak flow meter

peak flow meters

peanut allergy

pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections (pandas)

pediatrician

pediatric preparation for medical tests

pelvic and hip fracture sites

pelvic examination

pelvic examination with speculum

pelvic exercises for urinary incontinence

pelvic floor muscles

pelvic inflammatory disease

pelvic inflammatory disease (pid)

pelvic inflammatory disease: tubo-ovarian abscess

pelvic lymph nodes

pelvic organ prolapse

pelvic organ prolapse: should i have surgery?

pelvic pain in women

pelvic rocking

pelvic rock, sitting

pelvic rock, standing

pelvic tilt

pelvic tilt exercise

pelvic ultrasound

pendulum-swing exercise for the shoulder

penicillin allergy

penile implants for erection problems

people who need antibiotics to prevent endocarditis

peptic ulcer

peptic ulcer disease

peptic ulcer (stomach ulcer)

percutaneous discectomy for a lumbar herniated disc

percutaneous nephrolithotomy

percutaneous nephrolithotomy or nephrolithotripsy

perforating veins

perforation

pericardial effusion

pericardial effusion: fast facts

pericardiocentesis

pericarditis

pericarditis: fast facts

pericardium

perimenopause

perimetry test (visual field testing) for glaucoma

perinatologist

perineum

periodic limb movement disorder

periodontitis

periodontitis (advanced gum disease)

peripartum cardiomyopathy

peripheral arterial angioplasty

peripheral arterial disease

peripheral arterial disease and exercise

peripheral arterial disease of the legs

peripheral arterial disease (pad)

peripheral arterial disease: pulse and blood pressure measurement

peripheral arterial disease: should i have surgery?

peripheral nerve blocks

peripheral nerve blocks for anesthesia

peripheral nervous system

peripheral neuropathy

peritoneal cavity

peritoneal dialysis

peritoneal dialysis (pd)

peritoneal fluid

peritoneal membrane

peritoneum

peritonitis

peritonsillar abscess

permanent pacemaker

pernicious anemia

persistent atrial fibrillation

persistent depressive disorder

personal action plan

personal decontamination

personal stories about choosing birth control methods

petechiae

petechiae and purpura

pet scan

pet scanner

pet scans of the brain

peyronie's disease

phalangeal head resection (arthroplasty) for toe joint deformities

phantom limb pain and chronic pain

pharmacist

phenylalanine

phenylketonuria (pku)

phenylketonuria (pku) test

pheochromocytoma

phimosis

phlebectomy

phlebotomy for too much iron

phobia

phobias

phosphate in blood test

phosphate in urine test

phosphorus (phosphate)

photodynamic therapy for age-related macular degeneration

photodynamic therapy (pdt)

photophobia

phototherapy for eczema

phototherapy for psoriasis

physiatrist

physical abuse

physical activity as you get older

physical activity for children and teens

physical activity for weight loss

physical activity helps prevent a heart attack and stroke

physical activity log

physical and emotional changes as death approaches

physical development, ages 11 to 14 years

physical development, ages 12 to 24 months

physical development, ages 15 to 18 years

physical development, ages 1 to 12 months

physical development, ages 6 to 10 years

physical examination

physical growth in newborns

physical rehabilitation for acl injuries

physical signs of alcohol use disorder

physician assistant (pa)

physiotherapist (pt)

physiotherapy

physiotherapy for back pain

physiotherapy for knee arthritis

physiotherapy for spinal stenosis

physiotherapy for temporomandibular disorders

phytochemicals

pica

picogram (pg)

picograms per millilitre (pg/ml)

picomoles per litre (pmol/l)

pill splitter

pilonidal cyst

pilonidal disease

pimple

pinched nerve in or near the elbow

pineal gland

pink eye

pink eye (conjunctivitis)

pinworms

piriformis stretch

pituitary gland

pityriasis alba

pityriasis rosea

pku diet

placebo and sham treatment

placebo effect

placement of a pessary

placement of a thoracentesis needle

placement of endoscope during ercp

placement of ice bags for heatstroke

placement of liver biopsy needle

placenta

placenta accreta

placenta increta

placental abruption

placenta percreta

placenta previa

placenta previa: fast facts

plague

planning a secure financial future

planning for a change that matters

planning for alcohol or drug relapse

planning to be an organ donor upon death

planning to be more active when you have chronic disease

plantar fascia

plantar fascia: bottom view

plantar fascia release

plantar fasciitis

plantar fasciitis: exercises to relieve pain

plantar fasciitis: resuming your training

plantar fasciitis: should i have surgery for heel pain?

plantar warts

plan to stop using alcohol

plaque (artery)

plaque (dental)

plasma

plasma exchange (plasmapheresis)

plastic surgeon

platelet

playground safety

play therapy

pleural effusion

pleura of the lungs

pleurisy

plica in the knee

pneumatic retinopexy for retinal detachment

pneumococcal vaccine

pneumoconiosis

pneumocystis pneumonia and aids

pneumonia

pneumonia: self-care

pneumothorax (collapsed lung)

podiatrist

poisoning

poisoning and behaviour changes

poison ivy, oak, and sumac

poison ivy, oak, and sumac leaves

poison ivy, oak, or sumac

poison ivy, oak, or sumac: rash from indirect contact

poison ivy, oak, or sumac: relieving the itch

poison ivy, oak, or sumac: tips for washing

poison ivy, oak, or sumac: what to do first

poisonous lizards

polio

polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis (polyarthritis)

polycystic kidney disease (pkd)

polycystic ovary syndrome (pcos)

polycythemia

polycythemia vera

polyhydramnios

polymerase chain reaction (pcr)

polymyalgia rheumatica

polymyalgia rheumatica (pmr)

polyp

polysomnogram

poor let-down while breastfeeding

portal hypertension

positional plagiocephaly (flattened head)

positron emission tomography (pet)

positron emission tomography (pet) and computed tomography (ct)

post-cholecystectomy syndrome

post-concussive syndrome

posterior cruciate ligament (pcl) injury

posterior stretching exercise for the shoulder

posterior vitreous detachment

post-herpetic neuralgia

post-menopause

post-nasal drip

post-operative problems

postpartum bleeding

postpartum depression

postpartum depression symptoms

postpartum: first 6 weeks after childbirth

postpartum psychosis

postpartum tubal ligation

post-polio syndrome

post-polio syndrome (pps)

post-term pregnancy

post-thrombotic syndrome

post-traumatic stress disorder

post-traumatic stress disorder (ptsd)

postural drainage for children: lower lobes (back)

postural drainage for children: lower lobes (front)

postural drainage for children: lower lobes (sides)

postural drainage for children: upper lobes (back)

postural drainage for children: upper lobes (front)

postural management for breech position

postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (pots)

posture in advanced ankylosing spondylitis

post-void residual urine test

potassium

potassium (k) in blood test

potassium (k) in urine test

practicing gratitude

practicing self-compassion

prayer

prayer stretch

prealbumin blood test

prediabetes

prediabetes: exercise tips

prediabetes: healthy changes you can make

prediabetes: progression to type 2 diabetes

prediabetes: progression to type 2 diabetes in women who've had gestational diabetes

prediabetes: which path will you take?

prediabetes: which treatment should i use to prevent type 2 diabetes?

pre-eclampsia

pre-eclampsia: checkups and monitoring

pre-eclampsia: creatinine clearance test

pre-eclampsia: expectant management

pregnancy

pregnancy after age 35

pregnancy after weight-loss (bariatric) surgery

pregnancy and childbirth

pregnancy and chronic high blood pressure

pregnancy and diabetes: planning for pregnancy

pregnancy and epilepsy

pregnancy and seat belt use

pregnancy: belly, pelvic, and back pain

pregnancy: blood clots

pregnancy: carpal tunnel syndrome

pregnancy: changes in bowel habits

pregnancy: changes in feet and ankles

pregnancy: chemicals, cosmetics, and radiation

pregnancy: choosing a health professional

pregnancy: dealing with back pain

pregnancy: dealing with morning sickness

pregnancy: deciding where to deliver

pregnancy: dropping (lightening)

pregnancy: eating the right foods

pregnancy: first prenatal visit

pregnancy: hair changes

pregnancy: hand changes

pregnancy: healthy weight gain

pregnancy: hemorrhoids and constipation

pregnancy: hot tub and sauna use

pregnancy: how to exercise safely

pregnancy: kick counts

pregnancy: learning about doctors and midwives

pregnancy: nosebleeds and bleeding gums

pregnancy: pelvic and hip pain

pregnancy: prenatal visit schedule

pregnancy-related problems

pregnancy: relationship changes

pregnancy: should i bank my baby's umbilical cord blood?

pregnancy: should i have amniocentesis?

pregnancy: should i have an epidural during childbirth?

pregnancy: should i have cvs (chorionic villus sampling)?

pregnancy: should i have screening tests for birth defects?

pregnancy: should i try vaginal birth after a past c-section (vbac)?

pregnancy: signs of preterm labor

pregnancy: stretch marks, itching, and skin changes

pregnancy: vaginal discharge and leaking fluid

pregnancy: varicose veins

pregnancy: vegetarian diet

pregnancy: ways to find your due date

pregnancy: work and school issues

pregnancy: your first weeks

prelabour rupture of membranes (prom)

premature baby: special care in the nicu

premature ejaculation

premature infant

premature infant: safe travel with your baby

premature (preterm) infant

premature ventricular contractions (pvcs)

premenstrual dysphoric disorder (pmdd)

premenstrual syndrome (pms)

preparing for a healthy pregnancy

preparing for your hospital stay

preparing your child for a hospital stay

preparing your child for the hospital

presbyopia

preschoolers: building a sense of security

preschoolers: building self-control

preschoolers: building social skills

preschoolers: encouraging independence

preschoolers: helping your child explore

prescription medicine misuse: could you have a problem?

prescription medicine misuse: getting back on track

prescription medicine misuse: setting goals for quitting

prescription medicine misuse: support for recovery

prescription medicine misuse: treatment options

press-up back extensions

pressure injuries

pressure injuries from scuba diving

pressure injuries: stages

preterm labour

preterm labour and short cervix

preterm labour symptoms

preterm prelabour rupture of membranes (pprom)

preventing acl injuries

preventing a heart attack or stroke: how aspirin may help

preventing bee stings

preventing blisters

preventing breath-holding spells in children

preventing children's injuries from sports and other activities

preventing choking

preventing choking in small children

preventing deep vein thrombosis (dvt) in the hospital

preventing deep vein thrombosis from travel

preventing falls: exercises for strength and balance

preventing falls: get an eye exam

preventing falls in older adults

preventing falls in older adults who take high-risk medicines

preventing falls in the hospital

preventing falls: leg lifts

preventing falls: make your home safe

preventing falls: medicine safety

preventing falls: the four fall stoppers

preventing falls: two good exercises

preventing falls: use a home safety checklist

preventing flea bites

preventing foot cramps

preventing foot problems: training techniques

preventing insect stings

preventing mastitis

preventing poisoning in young children

preventing problems after surgery

preventing sepsis after you leave the hospital

preventing spider bites

preventing tetanus infections

preventing tooth decay in young children

prevent medical errors

priapism

prickly heat rash

primary (baby) teeth

primary biliary cholangitis (pbc)

primary enuresis

primary ovarian insufficiency

primary progressive multiple sclerosis

prk and lasek for farsightedness

prk, lasek, and epi-lasik for nearsightedness

probiotics

problems after delivery of your baby

problem-solving therapy

problem-solving to manage stress

proctocolectomy and ileostomy for inflammatory bowel disease

productive coughs

progesterone

progesterone test

progestin

program a: seated exercises

program b: seated exercises with a ball

program c: seated exercises with elastic bands and soup cans

progressive muscle relaxation

progressive relapsing multiple sclerosis

prolactin

prolactin blood test

prolonged grief

prolotherapy for low back pain

prone buttocks squeeze

proper angle for brushing teeth

proper hand and wrist position

proper lifting technique

proper lifting to protect your back

proper sitting posture for typing

prostaglandins

prostate

prostate biopsy

prostate cancer

prostate cancer, advanced or metastatic

prostate cancer screening

prostate cancer screening: should i have a psa test?

prostate cancer: should i choose active surveillance?

prostate cancer: should i have radiation or surgery for localized prostate cancer?

prostatectomy: returning home

prostatectomy surgery

prostate-specific antigen (psa) test

prostatitis

protecting your child from infections

protecting your child from online strangers

protecting your skin from the sun

protective pads for calluses and corns

protect yourself from hepatitis a when travelling

protein

prothrombin time (pt/inr) test

provincial and territorial helplines and websites

proxy directive

pseudobulbar affect (pba)

pseudogout

pseudomonas infection

psoriasis

psoriasis: skin, scalp, and nail care

psoriatic arthritis

psychiatrist

psychogenic seizures

psychologist

psychosis

ptsd and panic attacks

ptsd and your family

ptsd: checking in with yourself

ptsd: finding yourself again

ptsd: having a plan

ptsd myths

ptsd: signs and symptoms

ptsd: treatment options

puberty

puberty issues

pubic lice

pubis

pudendal neuralgia

pulmonary atresia

pulmonary edema

pulmonary embolism

pulmonary embolism risk factors and warning signs

pulmonary embolism symptoms

pulmonary fibrosis

pulmonary hypertension

pulmonary (lung) nodules

pulmonary rehabilitation

pulmonary valve stenosis

pulmonic valve

pulp (dental)

pulse (heart rate)

pulse measurement

pulse oximeter

punch biopsy

puncture wound

puncture wounds

puncture wounds: stitches, staples, and skin adhesives

pupil

purifying your drinking water

purpura

pursed-lip breathing and breathing while bending forward

pushing a rectal prolapse into place

puss caterpillar

puss caterpillar stings

pyloric stenosis

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