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… Symptoms vary from person-to-person and many people who do get symptoms may not realize that it’s caused by HSV. … outbreak A primary outbreak happens when someone first gets herpes symptoms; usually beginning 2 to 21 days (on … and genital warts (#101a) Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines (#101b) … Genital herpes …
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… system, leading to greater risk of infections and reduced vaccine effectiveness. The sun can also cause premature … you can see through the clothing easily, then UV rays can get through too. A long-sleeved shirt and pants are the best … the Canadian Dermatology Association. Do not let your baby get dehydrated or overheated. Make sure your baby is well …
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… difficult for an egg to attach How can I make sure I don’t get pregnant if I’m taking medications that affect my …
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… finger foods, such as strips or pieces of soft-cooked vegetables, soft fruits and toast By around 8 to 12 months … the risk of choking and food poisoning When preparing vegetables and fruits: Wash produce. Peel skin as needed … berries like cherries into quarters Grate or cook firm vegetables and fruits until they’re soft enough to be squished …
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… not eat enough potassium. Foods rich in potassium include vegetables and fruits, milk, yogurt, beans, peas, lentils, … of potassium you eat: Fill half your plate with a variety vegetables and fruits. Higher potassium choices include sweet … Hypertension. This kind of eating pattern: Is rich in vegetables, fruits and whole grains Includes lower fat dairy …
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… What are the symptoms of Q fever? About half the people who get Q fever will not show any signs of the illness. Most of … system. People with diseased or artificial heart valves who get Q fever are at an increased risk of endocarditis, an inflammation of the heart. People who get Q fever while pregnant are more likely to have a …
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… after becoming infected. It will often take 4 to 7 days to get better. How does shigellosis spread? Shigella bacteria … from person to person when tiny bits of infected stool get into another person’s mouth, food or water. Exposure to … become ill if you eat the contaminated food. You can also get shigellosis if you drink or swim in contaminated water. …
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… types of harmful germs even if they appear healthy. You can get sick if you come into contact with the bodily fluids or … feces, urine, saliva or food. Animal feces or manure can get onto its hair or fur, bedding or soil. The feces can … or participate in other animal demonstrations, germs can get on your hands and infect you if you touch your mouth. …
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… prevents the parasite from causing disease. Those who do get sick with a mild form of the illness usually have … on to her developing baby. Common ways for people to get toxoplasmosis include: Touching your hands to your mouth … in the playground Other, less common, ways for people to get toxoplasmosis include: Drinking water contaminated with …
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… 8 and 18 months of age Enjoys crawling and walking Loves getting a lot of attention from their caregiver Gets scared around strangers and cries when parents leave … to share toys Cooperates or resists limits parents set Gets frustrated easily Cries less but may whimper or whine …