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… getting the mumps vaccine after an exposure may not prevent you from becoming ill, it will protect you against … will be collected to make the diagnosis of mumps. How can I prevent spreading mumps to others? A person with mumps can … days after symptoms develop. If you have mumps you can help prevent spreading it to others by: Staying home from school, …
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… 2 or 3 days, or if dehydration is a concern. How can you prevent infection with the virus? There is no vaccine or medication that can prevent norovirus infection. The best way to prevent infection is to stop the virus from spreading. To …
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… I do if I have an HBV infection? ”, below, to learn how to prevent the spread of HBV. If infected, most adults will … hepatitis A, pneumococcal disease and influenza. How can I prevent the spread of hepatitis B virus? There are vaccines available to prevent HBV infection. The hepatitis B vaccine is …
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… hair accessories, hats, brushes and combs. How do I prevent the spread of head lice? The best way to prevent the spread of head lice is to encourage children to … it up or put it in a braid. Having head lice once does not prevent someone from getting them again. Regular checks for …
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… itself down. Heat-related illnesses can almost always be prevented. Heat-related illness can lead to weakness, … substances Previous heat stroke High humidity How can I prevent heat-related illness? There are many ways to reduce … above 30°C (86°F), fans alone may not be able to prevent heat-related illness. Remember, sunscreen will …
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… severe diarrhea, see your health care provider. How can I prevent yersiniosis? Always wash your hands properly after … the lowest shelf of the refrigerator in a covered bowl to prevent drips of raw meat juice contaminating other foods …
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… of your child developing early childhood cavities. How to prevent tooth decay? Practice good dental care Good dental … professionals of British Columbia recommend fluoride for preventing tooth decay for people of all ages. Fluoride is a proven, effective and low-cost way to prevent cavities. Using the recommended amount of fluoride …
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… Proper food handling in child-care facilities can help prevent foodborne illness. How can I prevent foodborne illness? Clean Wash your hands with warm …
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… are providing a safe source of drinking water. How can I prevent illness from cyanobacteria? To prevent illness from cyanobacteria: Follow advice from your …
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… Some new antibiotics may also be effective. How can you prevent VRE infections? There is no vaccine to protect you … visitors will need to follow hospital guidelines to prevent the spread of VRE. This will include washing hands …
