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… in settings such as child care centers. The risk is greatest for young children who are not yet … from 2 to 4 weeks or longer. Often you can be infected and have no symptoms. In some cases, symptoms can return after … treatment with anti-parasitic medication is necessary. What should I do if I become infected with Giardia ? If you have …
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… free to those born in 1980 or later and to specific at-risk groups, such as sexual and household contacts of … further reduce the risk of passing the virus to your baby. Breastfeeding or chestfeeding is safe for your baby if your … called cirrhosis. Cirrhosis can lead to liver failure and cancer in a small number of people. Talk to your health care …
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… diff infections may lead to serious illness. Who is most at risk? For most healthy people, C. diff is not a health risk. … People who are taking antibiotics People undergoing cancer chemotherapy People who have other illnesses The … the antibiotic that led to the infection. However, you should not stop taking your antibiotics until you have been …
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… reduce the spread of chickenpox, children with the illness should not attend daycare or school until 5 days after the … started as soon as possible to reduce the illness, and the risk for complications. Prevention methods may include … and soup, especially if there is a fever. If your baby is breastfeeding, feed your baby more often. Keep fingernails …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why should I disinfect my drinking water? Water from lakes, … or removes pathogens from drinking water, reducing health risks. You can disinfect water by adding chemicals, using … water’ notice. This may be because: The water does not have adequate treatment Tests show the presence of “fecal …
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… the sun to meet your vitamin D needs since it increases the risk of skin cancer. How much vitamin D do I need each day? Recommended … Units, µg = microgram *Including those who are pregnant or breastfeeding Do some people need more vitamin D? If you …
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… that bacteria over-grows. What are the symptoms? If you have bacterial vaginosis, you may not have any symptoms or … planning to become pregnant, and have a history of certain risk factors such as: early delivery or pregnancy … piercings. Store condoms at room temperature. A new condom should be used every time you have sex. Use only water-based …
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… in drinking water. As a result, children may be at greater risk of illness when higher levels of arsenic are present. … or decades can increase your risk of developing certain cancers, including: Skin Lung Kidney Bladder Liver The risk … and select an appropriate treatment device. The device should be certified for the removal of arsenic. For a list …
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… Spanish Document Tagalog Document Vietnamese If you have untreated TB disease that can spread from person to … and people with weak immune systems are at the highest risk of getting sick. What is Tuberculosis (TB)? TB is a … do not need to wear a mask when you are outside, but you should stay away from other people. How should I dispose of …
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… these affect the genitals. Two types cause 70 per cent of cancers of the cervix, plus some less common cancers of the … time. For an accurate diagnosis, a health care provider should check all suspicious bumps and lesions. Cervical … can pass HPV to others without knowing it. What are the risks of HPV infection? Most people who have an HPV …
