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… including the lungs, joints, and the membranes around the heart and brain. This can cause infections of the blood, … These infections are called invasive group A streptococcal disease (also known as iGAS). Severe forms of iGAS infection … fever occurs when a strep infection damages the heart’s valves which can lead to congestive heart failure or …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese What is Q fever? Q fever is a disease that spreads from animals to humans. It exists all … weakened immune system. People with diseased or artificial heart valves who get Q fever are at an increased risk of …
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… damage your arteries over time and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. Another term for high blood pressure is … salads, stews and casseroles Sprinkle pumpkin seeds or hemp hearts on yogurt or oatmeal If you have kidney disease, or …
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… Vietnamese What is Tuberculosis (TB)? TB is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the … must be in close contact with someone with untreated TB disease of the lungs for a long period of time and needs to … Not everyone with TB infection will become sick with the disease. What is the difference between TB infection and TB …
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… be done safely. In rare cases, animals can spread serious diseases to people. Which diseases are commonly spread from animals to people? While disease is rare and usually mild, severe disease can occur. …
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… that infects human white blood cells. It can cause disease of the nervous system or leukemia. Is this a new disease? No. This disease was first described in 1980 and has been identified …
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… to build protection from harmful germs without getting the disease. Like healthy food and clean water, vaccines help … in detail. Is it safer to get immunized than to get the disease? Yes. The danger from the disease is much greater than the risk of a side effect from …
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… weakened immune systems and pregnant women. Where does the disease come from? E. coli is present in the intestines and … generic E. coli contamination. Is there a treatment for the disease? If you have diarrhea and/or bloody diarrhea for …
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… 5 to 6 eggs per day. Do head lice cause illness or spread disease? No, head lice do not cause illness or spread disease. However, they can be irritating because they cause …
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… heaters to prevent contact burns Install external mixing valve taps in bathrooms and kitchens to regulate temperature …
