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… oral, vaginal or anal sex, or during any other sexual activity in which skin-to-skin contact takes place. How … time in their lives. The more sexual partners you have, the higher the possibility of getting an HPV infection. What are … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …
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… scabiei or the human itch mite. Scabies is common and highly contagious. The human itch mite burrows just under … crusted (Norwegian) scabies. Crusted (Norwegian) scabies is highly contagious and difficult to treat because of the …
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… Naloxone: Treating opioid overdose Last updated November 1, 2020 … has been more than 900 per year. The overdoses are due to a highly toxic and unpredictable illicit drug supply. Overdose … effect if you have not taken opioids. It will not get you “high” and does not cause addiction or dependence. If you … Image … Naloxone Treating opioid overdose …
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… vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and even save lives. As people age, they may be at much higher risk of severe disease and complications from …
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… appear on the arms and may spread to the chest, back and thighs. The rash may fade away and then come back or get … who has fifth disease. What is the treatment? For generally healthy people, home treatment is usually the only care …
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… may also be caused by an allergy, air pollution or other physical or chemical irritants; however the information …
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… Extreme heat happens when the heat and humidity are much higher than we would expect during a normal summer day. … day for children not in diapers Being extra thirsty Heavy sweating followed by no sweating at all, the skin is hot, dry and flushed Seeming more …
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… over: More debris in water reservoirs, causing damage and higher maintenance costs More algal blooms in reservoirs, … has been affected by a wildfire? Do not drink, prepare food, or wash with tap water until officials say the water … . For water and food safety information when you return home after a …
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… can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on to your partner(s). The more partners you have, the higher your chances of getting exposed to STIs. Talk about …
