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… immediately if they are exposed to, or get, chickenpox. Prevention methods must be started as soon as possible to reduce the illness, and the risk for complications. Prevention methods may include antiviral medication, an …
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… for those at increased risk of infection or severe disease, including: People 65 years of age and older … against COVID-19, which is a serious and sometimes fatal disease. The vaccines provide strong protection against … certain chronic health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease or lung disease. For some people, symptoms of …
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… a routine that works for your child Have healthy snacks, physical activity and periods of rest each day Try to spend some time … to solve problems by talking, instead of by aggression or physical force. In clear, simple language, talk about …
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… to. For some people, even low levels of exposure can cause physical reactions. These reactions include increased heart … as increased coughing, wheezing, pneumonia and asthma Heart disease Stroke Nasal sinus cancer Lung cancer Emphysema …
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… does indicate: The well may require improved sanitation or physical upgrades The well may be subject to surface … chemicals Chemicals found in well water can come from human activity and natural sources. Most naturally occurring …
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… make them safe and effective to protect your child from disease. Each vaccine contains a small amount of the disease germ (virus or bacteria) or parts of the germ. … cough) bacteria, and tetanus toxoid. Vaccines do not cause disease because the germs are either dead or weakened and …
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… Vietnamese What is toxoplasmosis? Toxoplasmosis is a disease found in birds and mammals worldwide. The infection … immune system usually prevents the parasite from causing disease. Those who do get sick with a mild form of the … of an infected, pregnant woman may prevent or lessen the disease in her developing baby. Treatment of an infected …
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… septic systems and other sources of contamination and disease. Flood waters can become heavily contaminated and …
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… What is Tuberculosis? Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when a person with untreated TB disease of the lungs coughs, sneezes, sings or talks. TB … sleeping or awake. A TST does not tell you if you have TB disease. If you have symptoms of TB disease, visit your …
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… Health care workers are at risk of exposure to infectious diseases while at work. Many diseases can be prevented with immunization. Getting … immunized protects your health and prevents the spread of disease between you and your patients, and between you and …
