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… body temperature rises, heat is released through increased blood flow to the skin and increased sweating. This allows … of heat stroke) Seizures Unconsciousness/coma Who is at higher risk of heat-related illness? Some people are at … heat exhaustion include: Moving to a cooler environment Taking a cool shower or bath Wearing a damp shirt or towel …
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… small amounts of food more often and choose foods that are higher in calories. Here are some examples of nutritious … Nuts, seeds and their butters 2% or 3.25% whole milk, high fat yogurt and cheese Yogurt smoothies and meal … People with hepatitis may not absorb or use nutrients properly. If you are not eating well, you might need a …
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… who have one of these more serious illnesses may also have high fever, severe headache, confusion and weakness. In very … sure you and your clothing do not contact the bird, its blood, or other body fluids or feces Dispose of the bird …
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… The vaccine is also provided free to children and adults at high risk of meningococcal disease, including those who have: No spleen, or a spleen that is not working properly Immune system disorders including complement, … that covers the brain, and septicemia, an infection of the blood. For every 100 people who get sick, up to 15 will die, …
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… may include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, fever or blood in stools. Symptoms can begin suddenly and usually … of infected people. People who use the bathroom without properly washing their hands after can pass the bacteria on … Contact a health care provider if you have these symptoms: High fever Blood or pus in stools Signs of dehydration such …
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… to acquire BV. Will my birth control pills work if I am taking antibiotics? Birth control pills may not work as well when you are taking certain antibiotics. If you are being treated with antibiotics, keep taking your birth control pills and use a second form of …
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… The vaccine is also provided free to children and adults at high risk of hepatitis B infection, including: Children … years of age whose families have emigrated from areas with high rates of hepatitis B. Household contacts of … Those who have hemophilia or receive repeated infusions of blood or blood products. Those who are HIV positive. Inmates …
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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Children are at higher risk of getting sick from travel to tropical and … or infant younger than 7 days old. While the plane is taking off and landing, breastfeed or bottle-feed your baby. … by mosquito bites and tiny parasites that get into the bloodstream. The best way to prevent malaria is to avoid …
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… Nutrition Series Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol (#68a) Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure (#68b) Iron and Your Health (#68c) Iron in Foods …
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… metals) linked to cancer Nicotine dependence: nicotine is highly addictive, and results in withdrawal symptoms and … Cardiovascular health: vaping can impact arteries and blood vessels, which can increase heart rate and blood pressure Respiratory health: vaping can irritate the mouth, …
