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… child had a dose of Tdap vaccine on or after their 10th birthday, they do not need a dose in grade 9. Also see … sound before the next breath. This cough can last several months and occurs more often at night. About 1 in 170 … tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment …
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… that can appear anywhere on the body from 2 weeks to 6 months after contact with the virus. The bumps grow over … cause concern, or to stop them from spreading, a health care provider may use any of the following treatments: … rare, and should only be done in consultation with a health care provider. These medications can produce unwanted …
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… and death are most common in infants less than 12 months of age and adults. Complications of measles can … with a measles outbreak, have yourself examined by a health care provider. It is best to call ahead so that you can be … others What is the home treatment? After seeing a health care provider, the following home treatment tips may help …
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… get the vaccines? The vaccines are recommended for those 6 months of age and older. The vaccines are especially … People 65 years of age and older Residents of long-term care and assisted living facilities People with underlying medical conditions Pregnant people Health care workers First responders (police, firefighters, …
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… of corticosteroid; problems with your immune system; use of birth control pills; pregnancy; or high blood sugar from … similar to a vaginal yeast infection. See your health care provider before treating yourself if: you are pregnant; … Some treatments require a prescription from your health care provider while others can be bought off the shelf at …
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… All ages: Children are very aware of the emotions of their caregivers. Although immunizations may be stressful for you, … child after you apply the product so that they don't accidentally eat the cream or patch. Numbing creams and patches … before the immunization for babies up to and including 12 months of age Why? Research shows that this sweet tasting …
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… find out if you have PID, you must be examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? PID … (IV) antibiotic treatment. You should return to your health care provider 3 to 7 days after starting treatment if … to a hospital emergency). Sexual partners from the last 2 months need to be tested and treated. If you have not had a …
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… cataracts and other eye diseases. During the warm summer months, a child’s sensitive skin can also be burned by … of the neck, tops of feet and the back of the knees. Be careful when applying sunscreen near the eyes. It can be … risks? Skin cancer can develop in any skin type. Be extra careful with children who are fair-skinned and/or who have …
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… Vietnamese Heat and humidity can go up in the summer months, making it feel hotter outside than normal. Extreme … is showing signs of heat-related illness? Contact a health care provider if your infant or young child shows signs of a … should I do if my child is dehydrated? Contact a health care provider right away if your infant or young child shows …
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… last about 1 week, but they can last for several weeks or months. In less than 1 per cent of people, WNV infection can … find a cause, or other symptoms of WNV, contact your health care provider. What is the treatment for West Nile virus? … up the dead bird, place it in double garbage bags and be careful not to puncture the garbage bags If you do not have …
