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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is chronic hepatitis? Chronic hepatitis is an … that does not go away after resting. Other symptoms include loss of appetite, abdominal discomfort and fever. … your nutrition needs may be different. Speak to your health care provider or a registered dietitian about your diet. Is …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Men-C vaccine? The Men-C vaccine protects … of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the … meningococcal disease. Common reactions to the vaccine may include soreness, redness and swelling where the vaccine was …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Hib vaccine? The Hib vaccine protects against … of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the Hib … or medical treatment An islet cell or solid organ transplant, or a cochlear (inner ear) implant, or are waiting for …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the hepatitis B vaccine? The hepatitis B vaccine … with chronic liver disease, hepatitis C, or a liver transplant. Those with chronic kidney disease including … facility. Teachers, staff and students in a childcare setting attended by a child with hepatitis B whose …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What are meningococcal quadrivalent vaccines? Meningococcal … antibody deficiencies An islet cell or solid organ transplant, or those who are waiting for one Had a stem cell … additional doses of the vaccine. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need more doses and when …
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… Document Spanish Document Punjabi Document Vietnamese What is scabies? Scabies is a skin infestation caused by the … members, sexual partners and people in facilities such as care homes. You can spread mites to other people before and … hygiene. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of scabies include a red rash and extreme itchiness. The itching is …
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… cause further frailty (weakness). This increases the risk. What factors increase the risks of falls? Health factors: … your doctor, a qualified exercise professional or health care provider about the best type of exercise program for … and resources, ask your doctor about a fall risk management plan tailored to you. If you do fall, report it to your …
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… Document Tigrina Document Ukrainian Document Vietnamese What is tetanus immune globulin? Tetanus immune globulin … used to make TIg. Many chemical and physical steps are included when preparing TIg. These steps include … TIg. Who should get tetanus immune globulin? Your health care provider may give you TIg if you have a wound and have …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is C. difficile ? C. difficile , also known as C. diff, … cause of infectious diarrhea in hospitals and health care facilities. C. diff infections may lead to serious … antibiotic treatment is unsuccessful, fecal microbiota transplant (stool from a healthy donor) is now becoming an …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is hepatitis B virus infection? Hepatitis B is a … symptoms or signs of illness. Symptoms of HBV infection may include fatigue, fever, nausea and vomiting, loss of … I have been exposed to hepatitis B virus? See your health care provider as soon as possible. If you have not completed …