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… method). See the section on the rectal method to learn how safely take a rectal temperature. Always wash your hands … so and a health care provider has shown you how to do it safely: Cover the silver tip with petroleum jelly (such as … as much as 1 degree in the morning and reaching a maximum during the late afternoon. Mild increases may be caused by …
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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 … the water quality is from your tap. Lead levels can change during the day, and a sample taken first thing in the …
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… itself. This occurs when you are overexposed to heat or during intense physical activity while it is hot. Most … 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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… HCV, you should see your health care provider regularly. During these visits, you may have physical exams and other … precautions to help prevent virus transmission Practice safer sex. Talk with your partner(s) about being tested for … 10 minutes before wiping it up Breast or chestfeeding is safe, unless the nipple or areola is cracked or bleeding. …
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… material, and animals including pets and farm animals. During food preparation, contaminated foods can transmit … wells are not treated properly, drinking the water may be unsafe. This drinking water can be contaminated with human … food products you buy, and know how to prepare your food safely. Handle and prepare all raw poultry and meat as if …
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… well while following a lacto-ovo vegetarian eating pattern during early childhood.  What do I offer my child to eat?  A … family. Provide a variety of foods that: Are prepared to a safe texture. Offer new textures as your baby gets older … solid foods. For example: when to start offering solids, safe textures, when to introduce common food allergens, how …
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… found in some automobile headlights. These objects are safe as long as the mercury stays contained. They only pose … and they have limited ability to eliminate mercury. In pregnancy, the developing baby’s nervous system is of …
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… about eating well while following a vegan eating pattern during early childhood. What do I offer my child to eat? A … family. Provide a variety of foods that: Are prepared to a safe texture. Offer new textures as your baby gets older … solid foods. For example: when to start offering solids, safe textures, when to introduce common food allergens, how …
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… vaccines? Vaccines are made with ingredients that make them safe and effective to protect your child from disease. Each … some of the other ingredients in vaccines? To keep vaccines safe and effective, they contain ingredients such as … such as albumin and gelatin, help keep vaccines stable and safe when they are being made, shipped and stored. Do …
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… heal and adjust. Most patients report a little discomfort during and after the surgery. Serious problems are not … surgery Worse vision In summary Cataract surgery is common, safe, minimally painful and effective. No surgery is … Having cataract surgery can help increase your safety, self-confidence, and independence. Be sure to share …