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… in the lungs include a cough for 2 to 3 weeks or longer, bloody spit, fever, night sweats, loss of appetite, … general health may mean further TB testing such as a TB blood test, chest x-ray or sputum samples. A chest x-ray is … Interferon Gamma Release Assay (IGRAs) reactive (TB blood test) Previous TB disease or TB infection If you …
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… the intestinal tract. Very rarely, it can also infect the blood stream. When a person gets sick from this infection it … treatment. Symptoms may include: Mild to severe diarrhea Bloody diarrhea Nausea Stomach pain Fever Vomiting Symptoms … raw meat well wrapped and on lower refrigerator shelves so blood does not drip onto other foods Thaw poultry and meat …
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… system weakened by disease or medical treatment Have had a blood transfusion or received other blood products within the past 12 months Have active …
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… fatal. The hepatitis B virus is spread through contact with blood or body fluids from a person infected with the virus. … that covers the brain, and septicemia, an infection of the blood. Haemophilus influenzae type b infection is spread by …
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… should be measured daily, especially during periods of high use. Pool and hot tub owners should use a test kit that …
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… File #61b Petting Zoo and Open Farm Visits . Who is at higher risk? People at risk of serious problems from some of … is a concern about rabies Your pet's diet: Feed your pet high-quality pet foods It is best to avoid feeding your pet …
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… harms related to substance use and drug policy, including blood borne infections, drug poisoning (overdose), …
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… it can be passed from someone with vCJD to others through blood transfusions, though this is extremely rare. It can …
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… Extreme heat happens when the heat and humidity are much higher than we would expect during a normal summer day. … (0-1 year) and young children (1-5 years) may be at a higher risk of heat-related illness, especially if they do … Heat can build up indoors when the outdoor temperatures are high. Exposure to indoor heat over 31C for long periods can …
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… . If you have had blood tests during your pregnancy, ask your health care …
