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… immunizations against: Measles, mumps and rubella Hepatitis B Diphtheria Tetanus Pertussis (whooping cough) …
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… of catching or spreading diseases such as salmonella or hepatitis A. Cough, sneeze, or blow your nose. Handle or … of catching or spreading diseases such as salmonella or hepatitis A. Cough, sneeze, or blow your nose. Handle or …
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… Overview Many people worry about getting a disease like hepatitis or HIV from an accidental needle stick. But it … time, the person on whom the needle was used doesn't have hepatitis, HIV, or another infection that can be spread that … . … Overview Many people worry about getting a disease like hepatitis or HIV from an accidental needle stick. But it …
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… spread by vaccines made from blood products, such as the hepatitis B vaccine and various immunoglobulins approved for use in Canada and the United States. Hepatitis B vaccine now contains no human tissue or blood. … spread by vaccines made from blood products, such as the hepatitis B vaccine and various immunoglobulins approved for …
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… are used to prevent transmission of diseases such as HIV or hepatitis . These precautions are used by health care … (needlestick). Dealing With Emergencies Hepatitis B Hepatitis C HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) Infection …
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… abnormal may result from a mononucleosis infection. Mild hepatitis , which usually goes away on its own without … abnormal may result from a mononucleosis infection. Mild hepatitis , which usually goes away on its own without …
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… as lupus and certain cancers. Infections, such as HIV , hepatitis B , and hepatitis C . Medicines such as non-steroidal … as lupus and certain cancers. Infections, such as HIV , hepatitis B , and hepatitis C . Medicines such as …
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… High doses of vitamin A. Vaccinations, especially for hepatitis B . Amphetamines , such as dextroamphetamine (for … High doses of vitamin A. Vaccinations, especially for hepatitis B . Amphetamines , such as dextroamphetamine (for …
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… STIs: HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia To screen for hepatitis b surface antigen (HSAG) To test for rubella … partner lead a high-risk lifestyle? Do you have any medical conditions that may affect pregnancy? Are you taking any … have a prenatal screen find that chances are low for these conditions. Although some people will screen positive, most …
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… includes people who have had certain types of cancer, had hepatitis after age 11, or are at high risk for HIV … every unit of blood is tested for certain diseases, such as hepatitis B and C, HIV, West Nile virus, syphilis, and … Infections The transmission of viral infections, such as hepatitis B or C or HIV , through blood transfusions has …