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… years with widespread or epidemic influenza activity. How can you prevent influenza? You can reduce the risk of … getting sick with influenza and spreading it to others. How does influenza spread? Influenza spreads easily from … but the cough and weakness may last 1 to 2 weeks longer. How can you treat influenza symptoms at home? If you get …
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… Febrile seizures usually last from 30 seconds to 2 minutes. However, they can be as short as a few seconds or last for more than 15 minutes. How serious is a febrile seizure? A febrile seizure is not … such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen but this has not been shown to prevent febrile seizures. Oral medication must not …
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… radon gas becomes diluted with air and poses little risk. However, radon gas can build up inside homes and other … around service pipes, floor drains and window casements. How does radon affect my health and what is my risk? … reducing the amount of radon in homes and other buildings. How is radon measured? Radon in air is measured in …
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… care involves and The benefits and risks of the health care How does "mature minor consent" relate to immunization? In … younger to give consent for their child to be immunized. However, there may be extenuating circumstances in which a … the parent or guardian, unless the child gives permission. How does the health care provider decide if a child is …
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… intestinal infection caused by bacteria called Yersinia . How is yersiniosis spread? Yersinia bacteria can be carried … cramps or severe diarrhea, see your health care provider. How can I prevent yersiniosis? Always wash your hands …
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… can get into the bloodstream and cause kidney disease. How is it spread? Impetigo is very infectious. It spreads … With treatment, impetigo should be gone in about 7 days. How can you help? Keep your child with impetigo at home …
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… nose, diarrhea, vomiting, and swollen glands in the neck. However, not all children have these symptoms. When should … HealthLinkBC File #112 Febrile seizures (fever seizures) . How does roseola spread? Roseola is spread through saliva … when they talk, laugh, cough, or sneeze. It is not known how long children with roseola can spread the disease to …
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… in attics, under foundations, or even chewing material. How can I get rid of rodents? Rats and mice have babies … a licensed company with certified staff to help you. How can I prevent rodents from living on my property? There … footings and foundations Build sheds on concrete slabs How can I clean up areas where rodents have been? Prevent …
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… an infected person are at higher risk of getting infected. However, most infections occur from contact with those whose … GAS infection is more common in those with chickenpox. How is it spread? Group A Streptococcus bacteria are often … Speak to your health care provider for more information. How can I prevent group A streptococcal infection? Wash your …
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… #14e Measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) vaccine . How is measles spread? Measles is very contagious and … sample will be collected to make the diagnosis of measles. How can I prevent spreading measles to others? A person with …
