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Cryptococcal disease C gattii

… including those who: Are 50 years of age or older Take medications that suppress their immune system Have a … Yes. Treatment consists of 6 to 12 months of antifungal medications. In most cases the disease can be treated …
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Hearing loss in children

… birth that need an exchange transfusion Receiving certain medications in the newborn period Disorder of the brain or …
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Q fever

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Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products

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Preventing abuse and neglect of older adults

… or social. Abuse and neglect can include withholding medications or the necessities of life. Some types of abuse … change their habits such as eating, drinking or taking medications. They may experience depression or have suicidal …
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Caffeinated energy drinks

… other ingredients in energy drinks can interact with many medications. Talk with a pharmacist or your health care provider before using energy drinks if you: Take medications or supplements Have a health condition Is it …
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Quit or reduce vaping

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Bacterial vaginosis BV

… inserted into the vagina or as pills taken by mouth. Only medications taken by mouth are used to treat pregnant women. …
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Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure

… eat or how active you are. Many factors including genetics, medications, stress and sleep quality also influence your …
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Pregnancy and folic acid folate Preventing neural tube defects

… with drug or alcohol use You are taking anti-epilepsy medications or medications that interfere with your body's use of folic …