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… How can I get HIV? HIV is found in body fluids, such as blood, semen, breast milk, and fluids from the vagina and … to HIV will develop detectable levels of antibodies within 6 weeks. In very rare circumstances, it can take up to … may also be stored in your electronic health record within your health authority. Health care providers who are …
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… disease and illness Manage health conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes Healthy eating … soft. A type of fibre called soluble fibre can help manage blood sugar (glucose) and help lower blood cholesterol. Soluble fibre is found in oats, barley, …
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… vaccine . Babies immunized at birth need to have a blood test 4 weeks after their last dose of hepatitis B … called anaphylaxis. This may include hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the throat, tongue or lips. Should … B spread? Hepatitis B is spread by contact with infected blood and some body fluids - for example during childbirth. …
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… Vietnamese Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in your blood. There are two main types: HDL (high density … or 'bad' cholesterol Having high LDL cholesterol can block blood vessels over time and lead to a heart attack or … with High Cholesterol (#68a) Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure (#68b) Iron and Your Health (#68c) Iron in …
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… developing baby. The disease can also be spread through blood or blood products. If you have fifth disease, you will be … or cream to the rash and wear loose-fitting cotton clothing. Ask your health care provider about lotions and other …
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… by fever (about 1 child in 3,000), a temporary drop in the blood cells that help prevent bleeding (about 1 person in … get the vaccine. Symptoms may include hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the throat, tongue, or lips. If this … had a blood transfusion or received other blood products within the past 12 months Are pregnant or planning to become …
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… More serious reactions may include a temporary drop in the blood cells that help prevent bleeding (about 1 child in … called anaphylaxis. This may include hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the throat, tongue or lips. If this … Had a blood transfusion or received other blood products within the past 12 months Had a drop in platelets, the blood
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… sore or rash is present Exchange of bodily fluids, such as blood, semen or vaginal fluid Sharing sex toys Syphilis can … will not be noticeable. The sore will go away on its own within a few weeks, but the disease will progress. Secondary … stage is when a person has acquired a syphilis infection within the past year. People who have 'early' syphilis can …
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… prevent constipation. Soluble fibre can help: Lower your blood cholesterol level Control your blood sugar levels Keep you feeling full longer How much … with High Cholesterol (#68a) Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure (#68b) Iron and Your Health (#68c) Iron in …
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… know if you are immune to rubella, you will be offered a blood test for rubella immunity as part of your prenatal … determine if they have been infected. What should I do if I think I have rubella? If you have fever and a rash and think you may have rubella, especially if you have been in …