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… measles include pneumonia, which is an infection of the lungs, and encephalitis, which is an inflammation of the … from influenza, such as the elderly or those with heart or lung disorders, weakened immune systems or other chronic medical conditions. Influenza immunization of health care workers …
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… and amounts of pollutants released into the air Weather conditions, such as wind, temperature, humidity and rainfall … they can remain in the air longer, get deeper into your lungs and may even get into your bloodstream. Fine particles … include: Worsening symptoms of pre-existing lung or heart conditions Increased health care use such as emergency room …
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… are waterborne infections? Waterborne infections are any illnesses caused by drinking water contaminated with certain … of an outbreak are difficult to identify. Most types of illnesses spread by water can also be spread by food, or … with a chronic disease People more sensitive to waterborne illnesses can have severe reactions and serious …
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… or child from the heat, but a sunburn can make heat-related illnesses worse or more likely to occur It is safest to keep …
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… several types of toxins. Some can affect the nervous and respiratory systems. Symptoms are visible shortly after …
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… anyone at any age. Infections generally result in mild illnesses. The most common GAS infection is strep throat. … bacteria may enter other parts of the body including the lungs, joints, and the membranes around the heart and brain. This can cause infections of the blood, muscles or lungs, and cause severe illness and tissue damage. These …
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… (HIV), cancer, or have had organ transplants Have chronic lung disease Smoke How is this disease diagnosed? If you … provider can test for Cryptococcus infection in a blood, lung or spinal fluid sample. Is there a treatment available? …
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… serious. Complications from chickenpox include pneumonia (lung infection), encephalitis (swelling of the brain), and …
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… vessels, which can increase heart rate and blood pressure Respiratory health: vaping can irritate the mouth, throat …
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… and asthma Heart disease Stroke Nasal sinus cancer Lung cancer Emphysema Pregnant people exposed to second-hand … smoke is harmful to children with existing chronic lung conditions and asthma because it makes the health conditions worse What about vaping? Research has found that …
