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Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… the vaccine, especially those receiving the vaccine for the first time. Symptoms can include fever, headache, aching … about 1 to 4 days, or an average of 2 days, after you are first exposed to the influenza virus. Fever and other …
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Reye syndrome

… ibuprofen in children under 6 months of age without first talking to your health care provider. Always use the …
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Cyclospora infection cyclosporiasis

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Shingles vaccine

… health insurance plans may cover the cost of the vaccine. Check with your provider. What are the benefits of the …
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Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease vCJD

… A tentative diagnosis of vCJD is made based on: Symptoms Tests on the fluid surrounding the spinal cord Brain images …
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Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure

… canned meats, chicken wings, burgers, meatballs Cheese, soups, sauces and condiments To lower the amount of sodium you … out. Restaurant food is often high in sodium. If available, check the nutrition information and choose foods with less … fat milk or soy beverage Add beans, peas or lentils to soups, salads, stews and casseroles Sprinkle pumpkin seeds or …
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Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis

… people. If you have other medical conditions or injuries, check with your health care provider or a qualified exercise …
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Tetanus diphtheria pertussis Tdap vaccine

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Spongy moth spraying

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Q fever