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… from the eye of an infected person. The bacteria or virus causing pinkeye may also be spread to others through contact … from an infected eye should be washed out twice a day. Using a damp facial tissue wipe outward with a single … cleaned as recommended by your eye care professional before using them again. How is it treated? Pinkeye will often …
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… the wildfire is over: More debris in water reservoirs, causing damage and higher maintenance costs More algal blooms in reservoirs, causing health effects, taste and odor Increased turbidity …
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… heat of the day to trap cooler air inside Cover windows by using shutters, blinds, drapes, blankets or sheets to keep … splash pads, waterparks, or pools that are age-appropriate Using a more open-aired stroller that has mesh paneling or … your child. Keeping your infant shaded in their stroller by using an umbrella will also help keep them cool Keep …
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… are conducted by a physician or a trained sonographer using a hand-held instrument called a transducer. The …
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… or meats Make sure poultry and meats are well-cooked by using a meat thermometer. Measure the internal temperature … poultry or meat, and before touching anything else After using the toilet or changing diapers After touching pets or …
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… as rivers, lakes and streams, can also contain disease-causing organisms from animal feces. If you have a weak immune … Reverse Osmosis (RO): RO is effective against all disease-causing organisms and many chemical contaminants. Unless it … (UV) Treatment: UV light will kill many disease-causing organisms, and is effective against almost all …
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… This is especially important after changing a diaper or using the toilet. To prevent the spread of airborne …
