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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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… 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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… skin darken and is a sign of skin damage. There are two types of UV radiation, UVA and UVB. Both are a serious …
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… on blood. Different ticks prefer feeding from different types of animals including people. While most tick bites do …
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… there is no set age for when a child becomes capable, common practice is for parents or guardians of children 12 … of getting immunized The risk of not getting immunized Common and expected side effects Rare serious side effects …
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… to start offering solids, safe textures, when to introduce common food allergens, how much food to offer and more. Some … may be a factor for some families when choosing formula types for their baby. Contact the manufacturer if you have …