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… workers Hunters and trappers in areas where rabies is common, such as the far north Those who explore or study … be spending 1 month or more in countries where rabies is common The vaccine is given as a series of 3 doses. The 2nd … reactions after rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine? Common reactions to RabIg may include soreness and stiffness …
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… vaccine protects against infection from one of the most common types of meningococcal bacteria, type B. The vaccine … safer to get the vaccine than to get meningococcal disease. Common reactions to the vaccine include soreness, redness … last 1 to 2 days. Reactions, including fever, are more common in children under 2 years of age if the Men-B vaccine …
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… is bacterial vaginosis (BV)? Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common mild imbalance of bacteria in the vagina. The vagina … a grey colour or have a fish-like odour. While BV is more common in women who are sexually active, it can occur in … BV have an assessment and testing for BV, as it is more common for female sexual partners to acquire BV. Will my …
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… and mouth disease is caused by enteroviruses. It’s most common in children under 10 years of age, but older children … Dehydration (loss of body fluids) is the most common complication of hand, foot and mouth disease. This … is not great if proper hygiene practices are followed. Common surfaces that many people touch regularly and shared …
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… or parts of the viruses that cannot cause influenza. Common reactions to the vaccine include redness, soreness or … in weakness and paralysis of the body's muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections. In rare cases, GBS can … Bacterial pneumonia, an infection of the lungs, is the most common complication from influenza, especially in elderly …
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… sensorineural hearing loss This type of hearing loss is commonly known as sudden deafness. It is most often an … rapid loss of hearing in one or both ears. The most common causes are viral or bacterial infections, medications … or autoimmune diseases. This type of hearing loss is most commonly treated with corticosteroids. This type of hearing …
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… has been identified throughout the world. HTLV-1 is more common in Japan and other countries in the Western Pacific … a woman, than from a woman to a man. The virus is also more common in people who are 40 years or older Giving birth or …
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… safer to get the vaccine than to get one of the diseases. Common reactions to the vaccine may include soreness, … in weakness and paralysis of the body's muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections, but in rare cases can also … programs. Whooping cough still occurs but is much less common than it used to be and is much milder in immunized …
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… need 3 doses What is HPV and who can get it? HPV is a very common virus that spreads through intimate skin-to-skin … is not necessary to get infected. HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs). About 3 out … vaccine. What are the possible reactions after the vaccine? Common reactions may include soreness, redness and swelling …
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… is produced by Clostridium botulinum , a bacterium that is commonly found in soil, on raw fruits and vegetables, on … The “boiling water bath” is a food preservation method commonly used in making jams. It involves dropping a basket … jars – which screw shut with a threaded neck – are the most common choice. Do not re-use the lids. A perfect fit can no …