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… up to 50% of travellers who visit developing countries may get traveller's diarrhea. You may be at increased risk of … 30 minutes. Pregnant women, children, people with thyroid problems, or known iodine sensitivity should not use iodine … food and drinks that might irritate your stomach, such as alcohol, coffee, strong tea, sugary drinks, spicy food, …
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… usually do not cause illness. Occasionally enterococci can get into open wounds or skin ulcers, and cause infection. … with VRE are low, even if you have been in contact with someone with VRE. You may be at higher risk if you have been … your hands regularly using hand soap and water. Using an alcohol hand rub may help stop you from spreading VRE when …
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… men may feel shocked, embarrassed, guilty or ashamed that someone they trust is hurting or taking advantage of them. … with finances or online/ATM banking. Why don't older adults get help if they are being abused or neglected? Often older … the abuse. In many cultures, people expect families to keep problems private or hidden. Older immigrants may face …
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… Your baby may feed a lot. Feeding several times close together is called cluster feeding. This often happens in the … remedy is safe to take while breastfeeding or chestfeeding. Alcohol. Alcohol can decrease the amount of milk you make … making and storing formula (#69b) Baby's first foods (#69c) Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well (#69d) Meal and …
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… or talking clearly. What can I do if I think my child has problems hearing? Hearing loss can be hard to detect. Mild … or receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) treatment as a newborn Very high bilirubin levels at birth … effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour . Also, getting your child immunized helps prevent illnesses that …
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… Ukrainian Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all vaccines on time, … health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment includes administration of epinephrine … syndrome. Babies may have a low birth weight, scars and problems with their limbs, eyes and brain. Chickenpox can …
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… B or hepatitis C in people who received HBIg. Who should get hepatitis B immune globulin? You should get one dose of … the mouth, nose or eyes with infected blood Being bitten by someone with hepatitis B Having contact with household … health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment includes administration of epinephrine …
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… health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the Tdap vaccine? The tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis … health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment consists of the administration of epinephrine … contact. The disease can result in very serious breathing problems. It can also cause heart failure and paralysis. …
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… HealthLinkBC File #31 Lead Paint and Hazards . How can lead get into my drinking water? Lead was once commonly used in … in the morning before using water will generally show any problems. If your home was built before 1989, your plumbing … lead concentrations in water. You can use water filters and treatment devices to remove lead from drinking water. …
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… Ukrainian Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all vaccines on time, … health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment includes administration of epinephrine (adrenalin) … contact. The disease can result in very serious breathing problems. It can also cause heart failure and paralysis. …
