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… can spread the virus from about 1 day before to 5 days after symptoms start. Young children may be able to spread … about 1 to 4 days, average of 2 days, after a person is first exposed to the influenza virus. Fever and other … to 7 to 10 days, but the cough and weakness may last 1 to 2 weeks longer. How can you treat influenza symptoms at home? …
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… as soon as possible. Reporting the incident immediately after a sexual assault can help to ensure that as much … incident, you will need follow-up blood tests at 3 and 6 weeks and then at 3 months after the exposure. What is the … and always use absorbent material, such as paper towels, first. Then clean the area of the spill more thoroughly with …
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… if you are anxious. You will need someone to take you home after and may need help putting in your eye drops or … vision than before. However, it will take up to a few weeks for most patients to fully heal and adjust. Most … form behind the new artificial lens after the procedure (weeks to years later), which can be treated with a minor …
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… of taste and smell Heal faster and have fewer complications after surgery In this HealthLinkBC file, smoking and tobacco … to quit. The health benefits of quitting smoking start the first day you quit, with increased oxygen in the blood and … going to quit. Try to pick a day that is no more than 2 weeks away so you do not lose your motivation. Set yourself …
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… tiny parasites can get into your bloodstream and multiply after a bite by an infected mosquito. Because the malaria … and when you return home. Before travel At least 4 weeks before you travel, speak with your health care … net under the mattress before it gets dark each day, or first thing in the morning, to prevent mosquitoes from …
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… by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). What are the symptoms? After the virus enters your body, it may take weeks to months to develop symptoms or signs of illness. … can be greatly reduced by giving your baby HBIg and the first dose of the hepatitis B vaccine series at birth. …
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… disease that differ from other illnesses are: About 2 to 3 weeks after being exposed to the virus, a red rash may appear on … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more …
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… There are two kinds of sleep related infant death. The first is called Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, or SIDS, which … your baby’s needs with your health care provider. In the first months after birth, if your baby rolls onto their tummy while …
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… or ready-to-eat foods on them. Always wash or sanitize them after putting raw meat and poultry on them. How do I prevent salmonellosis? Always wash your hands after you use the bathroom or change a diaper Some domestic … can carry Salmonella bacteria. Wash your hands well after handling these animals or pets and help young children …
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… water Extra clothing Navigational and communication devices First aid kit Emergency blanket and shelter Pocket knife Sun … vomiting, weight loss and fatigue lasting up to several weeks. People and certain domestic and wild animals can … a health care provider if any illness occurs a few weeks after a tick bite. Other insect bites may also cause …
