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… a virus. It mainly affects children between 6 months and 2 years of age. The disease is usually mild. Many children get … ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more …
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… Most people who have an HPV infection clear it within 2 years. When it does not clear, cells infected with a … of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, external … before having sex. If you are having trouble discussing safer sex with your partner(s), talk about it with your …
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… to destroy botulism spores, and the only way to guarantee safe canning for food items such as vegetables, meats and … provided in the instructions to determine what pressure is safe for the food you are canning Processing time will vary … use all unopened canned or bottled foods within one year. For more information Home canning is perfectly safe …
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… It only prevents a pregnancy from happening in the first place. Note: Emergency contraception is different from … IUD is that it can remain in your uterus for up to 10 years as an effective form of contraception if you wish. … Can anyone use emergency contraception? Most people can safely use ECPs even if they cannot use birth control pills …
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… light. These symptoms are followed by a rash, which starts first on the face and neck, and spreads to the chest, arms … to others from 4 days before to 4 days after their rash first appears. If you have measles, you can help prevent … ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen …
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… drinking? There are several ways to treat water so it is safe to drink. Heat treatment Bring water to a full boil for … of cloudy water. Strain cloudy water through a clean cloth first. Mix well and let stand for 30 minutes. This will be … Do not give this homemade drink to children under 12 years of age. Pre-packaged oral rehydration solutions are …
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… to a cool indoor environment. They include: People 65 years of age or older who may not compensate for heat stress … slightly open will not keep the inside of the vehicle at a safe temperature Drink plenty of fluids. Drink extra water … Image Heat-related Series Heat-related illness (#35) Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat …
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… contagiosum is most common among children under 10 years of age, the infection can affect anyone. In adults, … of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, male and … before having sex. If you are having trouble discussing safer sex with your partner(s), talk about it with your …
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… have been advised to sample water to ensure lead is at safe levels. If levels are not safe, they are advised to take the necessary steps to reduce … Lead levels can change during the day, and a sample taken first thing in the morning before using water will generally …
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… is often white, thick, clumpy and odourless; this is your first yeast infection, or red, irritated and/or swollen skin … of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, male and … before having sex. If you are having trouble discussing safer sex with your partner(s), talk about it with your …
