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… What are the symptoms? Symptoms start 3 to 6 days after being infected with the virus. Symptoms usually start … of the lining that covers the brain) and encephalitis (swelling of the brain) are very rare. Peeling skin and loss … Your child may continue to attend daycare if they feel well enough to take part in activities. The risk to other …
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… with a dip such as tzatziki or hummus. Fruit goes well with yogurt, cheese or nuts When possible, prepare … nuts, seeds and dried fruit for a satisfying snack Practice being mindful when you snack by removing distractions and …
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… a mild to moderate illness that starts 3 to 14 days after being infected. Symptoms may include fever, headache, body … an area where there are many mosquitoes, spend more time in well-screened or enclosed areas. Consider staying indoors …
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… fruit producers. It eats the leaves of many fruit trees as well as specific berries, such as blueberries. An … and stay indoors while your property and nearby areas are being sprayed. You should wait until the spray has cleared …
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… the early months and years of life affect their health and well-being for the rest of their life. Your caring, nurturing, …
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… differ from other illnesses are: About 2 to 3 weeks after being exposed to the virus, a red rash may appear on the … school or childcare as long as you or your child feels well. Who can get fifth disease? Anyone can get fifth …
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… make hormonal forms of birth control not work very well. Examples of hormonal birth control include the pill, the patch, the ring or the shot. If you are being treated with antibiotics, it is important to keep … condoms can help prevent pregnancy but don’t work as well as latex or polyurethane condoms to prevent STIs) Avoid …
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… death. When you get immunized, you help protect others as well, including those who are unable to get the vaccine. … the vaccine may include tenderness, soreness, redness and swelling where the vaccine was given. Other reactions may … a previous dose of a COVID-19 vaccine without another cause being identified Have a history of MIS-C (a rare …
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… to rabies. You should do the following: Wash the wound well with soap and warm water under moderate pressure for at … rabies often can be found in different animals, consider being immunized for rabies before you leave. Get advice at a …
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… is very little evidence to show that antibiotics reduce how well hormonal forms of birth control work. Examples of … the pill, the patch, the ring or the shot. If you are being treated with antibiotics, it is important to keep …