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Slow release medicines must never be crushed.

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Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a type of arrhythmia, which means that the heart beats fast and abnormally.

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VIT changes the way the immune system reacts to Honeybee, Paper Wasp (polistes), Yellow Jacket (vespula, European Wasp), Jack Jumper Ant and Fire Ant.

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Allergen immunotherapy (also known as AIT or desensitisation) changes the way the immune system reacts to allergens such as pollens and dust mites.

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If you have high blood pressure your doctor may recommend lifestyle measures, such as diet and exercise, and possibly also medicines to control your blood pressure. Find out about the different options.

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