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… Document Tigrinya Document Ukrainian Document Vietnamese What is a cataract? The lens of the eye is usually clear for many years of life. When cataracts develop the lens becomes cloudy. Most people … What symptoms will I have and when should I call my doctor? Expected symptoms: Within 24 hours after surgery Blurry …
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… Document Tigrinya Document Ukrainian Document Vietnamese What are HPV vaccines? The HPV vaccines protect against … 3 doses over a 6 month period. Children who start a series when they are 9 to 14 years of age need 2 doses given at … or the local emergency number. Always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is rabies? Rabies is a very serious and almost always … seizures. Infected animals usually die within 10 days from when they first appear sick. Bats infected with rabies may … also act strangely. Bats are usually active at night. If you see bats during the day, they may not be normal. …
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… of every 750) who are found to have one of these disorders. What will my baby be screened for? Your baby will be … disorders. These include: Metabolic disorders: These occur when your baby’s body can’t break down (metabolize) certain … Intellectual disability or developmental delay Shock Unexpected death Blood disorders: Blood disorders happen when …
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… is detected, hearing tests should be conducted once a year. What are the signs that you may have hearing loss? You may have hearing loss if you: … hearing loss refers to hearing loss that was present when you were born due to genetics or other factors or …
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… to consider the needs of seniors in long-term care when planning for, or responding to emergencies. How are … emergency preparedness and planning at the facility where your family member lives, you may ask: What is the facility’s evacuation plan Where would facility …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is impetigo? Impetigo is a bacterial infection of the … and often occurs in the summer. Impetigo is usually caused when bacteria enter the body through breaks in the skin, … severe pain, worsening redness, weakness and fever. If you or your child has these symptoms, discuss them with your …
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… a baby is a baby's crying. Shaken baby injuries often occur when a parent or caregiver gets frustrated, angry or upset … they temporarily lose control and violently shake the baby. You will find useful resources and strategies below to … crying causes feelings of frustration or overwhelm you. What is shaken baby syndrome? Shaken baby syndrome (SBS) is …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is hantavirus pulmonary syndrome? Hantavirus pulmonary … as a “flu-like” illness. In the early stage of the disease, you may have the following symptoms: fever sore muscles … not known to spread the virus. Hantavirus is mainly spread when deer mouse droppings, urine, saliva, or nesting …
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… including death. Water-borne infections can spread when animal or human feces containing these pathogens get … pathogens from drinking water, reducing health risks. You can disinfect water by adding chemicals, using heat, … the water is questionable You have a weakened immune system What is the best way to disinfect water? Boiling water is …
