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… known as “flesh-eating disease”. It is a very severe bacterial infection that spreads quickly through the tissue … can progress so rapidly, the best approach is to get medical attention as soon as symptoms occur. Remember, an … trauma, surgery) A weakened immune system due to disease or medical treatment Chronic diseases such as heart, lung or …
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… (lung infection), encephalitis (swelling of the brain), and bacterial infections of the skin from scratching. …
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… – Antibiotics are used in some vaccines to prevent bacterial contamination when the vaccine is being made. … that is in the flu vaccine in small amounts to prevent bacterial and fungal growth. If a person received a vaccine …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese What is impetigo? Impetigo is a bacterial infection of the skin caused by either …
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… greatly reduces the chance of any type of infection Seek medical care from your health care provider or local public … symptoms appear, it is usually too late to start effective medical treatment. If you think you have been exposed to a … or bitten by any animal outside of B.C. you should get medical advice about rabies prevention treatment on site and …
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… also known as sunstroke. Heat stroke is a life-threatening medical emergency. The effects of heat are made worse if you … weather Increased body mass Poor physical fitness Certain medications such as diuretics or water pills and certain … wide brimmed hat or use an umbrella for shade What are home treatments for mild heat-related illness? When recognized …
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… are benefits to using chlorine disinfectants over other treatments. They can be easier to handle and less expensive. …
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… Those with weakened immune systems due to disease or medical treatment Pregnant people, as they can pass the … not recommended for children under 6 years of age. These medications can make children and adults sleepy … Fifth …
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… A tentative diagnosis of vCJD is made based on: Symptoms Tests on the fluid surrounding the spinal cord Brain images …
