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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What are meningococcal quadrivalent vaccines? Meningococcal … antibody deficiencies An islet cell or solid organ transplant, or those who are waiting for one Had a stem cell … additional doses of the vaccine. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need more doses and when …
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… Learning About Dehydration in Newborns On this page: What is dehydration? How is dehydration treated? What can … a baby to lose too much fluid. Common signs of dehydration include a dry diaper for 6 or more hours, a dry mouth, or … work as well as they should. Your baby may need special care, such as being in the neonatal intensive care unit …
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… Conditions Basics Conditions Basics What is mitral valve prolapse? Your mitral valve controls … exercise are recommended for most people. How can you care for yourself? Heart-healthy lifestyle Do not smoke. If … of quitting for good. Eat heart-healthy foods. These foods include vegetables, fruits, nuts, beans, lean meat, fish, …
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… damage to the organ, and treatment may be needed. What causes sarcoidosis? No one knows for sure what causes … have any symptoms, keep seeing your doctor for ongoing care. Your doctor will want to check to make sure that the … your lungs. If you have sarcoidosis and are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, talk with your doctor about the risks …
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… Document Spanish Document Punjabi Document Vietnamese What is scabies? Scabies is a skin infestation caused by the … members, sexual partners and people in facilities such as care homes. You can spread mites to other people before and … hygiene. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of scabies include a red rash and extreme itchiness. The itching is …
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… this page: Overview Frequently asked questions For health care providers Other B.C. Healthy Living Programs for … registered dietitian and qualified exercise professional. What is included in the program? Included in the program are up to …
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… cause further frailty (weakness). This increases the risk. What factors increase the risks of falls? Health factors: … your doctor, a qualified exercise professional or health care provider about the best type of exercise program for … and resources, ask your doctor about a fall risk management plan tailored to you. If you do fall, report it to your …
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… Document Tigrina Document Ukrainian Document Vietnamese What is tetanus immune globulin? Tetanus immune globulin … used to make TIg. Many chemical and physical steps are included when preparing TIg. These steps include … TIg. Who should get tetanus immune globulin? Your health care provider may give you TIg if you have a wound and have …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is C. difficile ? C. difficile , also known as C. diff, … cause of infectious diarrhea in hospitals and health care facilities. C. diff infections may lead to serious … antibiotic treatment is unsuccessful, fecal microbiota transplant (stool from a healthy donor) is now becoming an …
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… page: What is nail psoriasis? Many people who have psoriasis have … treat, and treatment is not always successful. Treatments include some of the same topical and systemic therapies that … healthy nails may need up to a year to grow. How can you care for your nails? Soak your nails before you trim them. …
