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Salmonellosis

… on them. How do I prevent salmonellosis? Always wash your hands after you use the bathroom or change a diaper … snakes and iguanas, can carry Salmonella bacteria. Wash your hands well after handling these animals or pets and … as eggnogs, uncooked dough, some desserts, some sauces or homemade ice cream. To reduce your risk of Salmonella …

Shingles vaccine

… plans may cover the cost of the vaccine. Check with your provider. What are the benefits of the shingles … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency … number. Always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should not get the shingles …

Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… touch objects contaminated with them, and then touch your eyes or mucous membranes or put your hands in your mouth. The bacteria can also spread through close …

Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… can cause death if not treated. If you are not sure whether your child is at risk of a severe allergic reaction, ask your child’s health care provider. Children and teens at … Carry it with you when you and your child are away from home. Help your child avoid their food allergens. Eating …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… they rely on or trust. Abuse of older adults can occur at home, in the community, or in institutional settings. It can …

Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure

… is pushing too hard against artery walls. This can damage your arteries over time and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. Another term for high … help lower blood pressure? Healthy eating can help lower your blood pressure and improve your overall health. Here …

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

… . It is not known how much alcohol it takes to cause harm. Your baby's brain and nervous system develop throughout your pregnancy. All types of alcohol, including beer, wine, hard liquor, coolers and ciders, can harm your baby. Binge drinking, that is, drinking more than 3 …

Clostridium difficile C difficile

… in the bowel of up to 7% of people without causing illness. Your intestines also normally contain many good bacteria … spores are found in feces. The spores can live outside your body for weeks or months. They may be found on items … you touch a surface contaminated with feces and then touch your mouth, or if you eat or drink something that is …

Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis

… chronic hepatitis may develop cirrhosis. Cirrhosis damages your liver so it doesn’t work well. If you have cirrhosis or other complications, your nutrition needs may be different. Speak to your health care provider or a registered dietitian about …

Toilet learning

… toilet, or to become independent in toileting. Start when your child shows you they are ready. Make toilet learning a positive experience. Your child will learn a new skill and feel a sense of … until they are comfortable using the bathroom away from home Boys usually learn to pee sitting down first. This is …