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… is a concern as they are used to treat serious infections when other antibiotics have not worked. If you develop an … the spread of CPO. Wash your hands or use hand sanitizer when entering and leaving the hospital and a patient’s room. … for antibiotic resistant bacteria depending on their risk. When you are admitted to a hospital, visiting an outpatient …
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… ultrasound. What can I do to prepare for my appointment? When you book your ultrasound, you will receive instructions … The scan will show different information depending on when the ultrasound is performed during your pregnancy and … are most often normal variations in growth and development. When seen in combination, markers might suggest a congenital …
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… caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when a person with untreated TB disease of the lungs coughs, … that weaken your immune system. TB infection happens when the TB germs are sleeping (dormant) in your body. If … you sick with the disease. There is no way to know if or when this will happen. The chance of this happening …
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… risks for you and your developing baby if you drink alcohol when you are pregnant. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder … at any stage of pregnancy. It is safest not to drink at all when you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or having … well as the baby Encourage sharing of feelings Be sincere, caring, and non-judgmental Tell family, friends, and anyone …
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… Yellow fever Japanese encephalitis Rabies Influenza (flu) When travelling to an area with measles, infants can receive … sleep in rooms with screened windows, or under bed nets, when available. Try to use mosquito netting over infant … for use with children younger than 2 years of age. However, when children aged 6 months to 2 years live or travel in an …
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… allergic reaction to a food? An allergic reaction occurs when a person’s immune system treats a protein (an allergen) … well controlled. How is a severe allergic reaction treated? When a severe allergic reaction begins, it is important to … epinephrine auto-injector with them. Carry it with you when you and your child are away from home. Help your child …
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… to make TIg. Many chemical and physical steps are included when preparing TIg. These steps include inactivating and … a tetanus vaccine. You may also be given a tetanus vaccine when you get TIg to provide long-term protection against … (blood clots) within 24 hours of receiving them, especially when large volumes are given. The risk of thrombosis is …
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… tears, vomit or urine may contain and pass on these viruses when blood is present in the fluid, but the risk is low. … 1-888-711-3030. How can I safely clean a spill or a wound? When cleaning spills, wear clean, disposable gloves and … for at least 10 minutes before wiping it up. Wear gloves when handling any body fluids or cleaning cuts, scrapes or …
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… and where you are going. Always use well-marked trails when hiking and stay on them to avoid getting lost. How can … be buried far away from streams and other bodies of water. When in the wilderness or backcountry, you may use water for … long-sleeved shirts and pants especially at dawn or dusk when mosquitoes are most active. If you have any concerns …
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… Adults who were immunized against tetanus and diphtheria when they were younger should get a booster dose of the Td … diphtheria, which are serious and sometimes fatal diseases. When you get immunized, you also protect others. What are … as lockjaw, is caused by bacteria mostly found in soil. When the bacteria enter the skin through a cut or scrape, …
