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… that you do not have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your partner(s) start the antibiotic treatment. If you or … Oil-based lubricants, such as petroleum jelly, lotion or baby oil, can weaken and destroy latex Water or oil-based …
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… during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of your teeth and gums during pregnancy for the following … reasons: Hormonal changes during pregnancy can affect your gums, causing them to bleed, become more sensitive, … may affect the general oral health of your developing baby. Research shows there may be a link between periodontal …
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… Plasmodium species. These tiny parasites can get into your bloodstream and multiply after a bite by an infected … travel to an area at risk of malaria, you need to protect yourself before you travel, while you are travelling and … immediately about your travels. Malaria is treatable with early diagnosis and prompt treatment, which can also prevent …
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… to person is by direct contact, usually with the hands. If your hands become contaminated, the VRE bacteria can enter your body if you put your hands into your mouth or eat … on surfaces like railings, faucets and handles for up to 7 days. Regular cleaning of these surfaces with normal …
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… How damaging is UV radiation? When exposed to UV radiation, your body produces and releases more melanin (a skin pigment) to absorb the UV radiation. This makes your skin darken and is a sign of skin damage. There are two … radiation exposure. For example, reflection off fresh snow nearly doubles UV radiation. How can I protect myself and my …
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… transmission is lower) a mother with HIV can pass it to her baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or while breastfeeding … of transmitting it to others. You can greatly reduce your risk of transmitting HIV to others by taking … to make decisions about your health. If HIV is diagnosed early, antiretroviral therapy can slow or stop the damage to …
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… A pregnant woman with chickenpox can pass it to her baby before birth. People with chickenpox can spread the virus to others from up to 5 days before and 5 days after the rash appears. They are most … for a person to get sick after exposure to the virus. If your child is exposed to chickenpox, watch for signs of the …
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… the symptoms? HPS begins as a “flu-like” illness. In the early stage of the disease, you may have the following … of breath If the disease gets worse, fluid builds up in your lungs, making it harder to breathe. In North America, … mouse, or by mouse bites. You cannot catch the disease from your domestic pet. In North America, there is no evidence …
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… some infections. Some of these infections can also affect your developing baby. If you are pregnant and want to travel, you should … in the event you require medical care or deliver your baby early. Many policies do not automatically cover …
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… rubella, she may have a miscarriage or stillbirth. Her baby may be born with severe birth defects, including … be offered a blood test for rubella immunity as part of your prenatal care. If you are not immune, you should be … downwards from the head to the feet, and lasts about 3 to 5 days. About half of all rubella infections show no symptoms …
