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Colds and the Flu: H1N1 Influenza
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is H1N1 influenza? H1N1 influenza (also known as swine flu) is an infection caused by a virus. H1N1 flu began to occur in the Canada in spring 2009. At first,…
Colic
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is colic? Colic is when an otherwise healthy baby cries or fusses frequently for no clear reason. Colic is defined as a baby whose crying lasts for more than 3…
Colorectal Cancer
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is colorectal cancer? Colorectal cancer starts in the colon or the rectum (the largest part of the intestine located near the anus). Because they share common features, these two cancers…
Colposcopy
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. What is a colposcopy? A colposcopy is a type of women’s health exam. It’s often performed a healthcare provider such as a gynecologist. They use a tool called a colposcope. It shines…
Common Newborn Rashes and Birthmarks
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Many newborn babies have skin conditions. Some are born with birthmarks. Some get rashes in their first few months of life. Most bumps and spots on a baby’s skin are harmless and…
Common Skin Conditions During Pregnancy
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Many women experience changes in their skin while they are pregnant. Some conditions are due to changes in hormone levels. Healthcare providers don’t know what causes others. Most are harmless. Many go…
Complete Blood Cell Count (CBC)
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Overview A complete blood count (CBC) is a blood test that measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and blood platelets (cells that help your blood clot). It is one of the…
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is complex regional pain syndrome? Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain condition. It can occur after an injury. It usually affects an arm or a leg. It…
Concussion
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is a concussion? A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Most often, it occurs when you hit your head against an object. This is sometimes called blow…
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is congenital adrenal hyperplasia? Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) affects your adrenal glands. These glands sit atop your kidneys and produce different hormones. CAH causes you to have irregular hormone levels….
Congenital Heart Disease
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is congenital heart disease? Congenital heart disease is a problem with the heart that is present at birth. “Congenital” is just another way of saying that your baby was born…
Congenital Heart Disease – How to Care for Your Baby and Yourself
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Get emergency care if you or a loved one has serious thoughts of suicide or harming others. If your baby was born with a congenital heart defect, you’re probably experiencing a lot…
Constipation
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is constipation? Constipation is a common condition that makes it difficult to have a bowel movement. A bowel movement occurs when the food you eat passes through your digestive tract. …
Corneal Abrasions
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. What is a corneal abrasion? A corneal abrasion is a cut or scratch on your cornea. The cornea is a clear layer of protective tissue at the front of your eye that…
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is coronary artery disease? Coronary artery disease is also called CAD. It occurs when the coronary arteries (blood vessels) that carry blood to your heart get blocked with plaque. That…