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… one infected person to another by contact with blood or body fluids. The virus may also be spread by using items … B virus can pass the virus to their newborn babies during delivery. When infants are infected with hepatitis B …
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… and ticks can carry the Q fever bacteria in their flesh and body fluids. The highest numbers of these bacteria are found … who are in contact with goats, sheep and cattle, especially during the birthing process Stockyard workers Livestock …
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… it's not welcome. Sexual comments or gestures about your body or lifestyle. Pressure for sexual favours. Sexual … sexual act, including touching or grabbing. MST can happen during war, peace, or training. It can be man-to-woman, … it's not welcome. Sexual comments or gestures about your body or lifestyle. Pressure for sexual favours. Sexual …
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… Gain weight and grow at a steady but slower pace than during their first 12 months of life. Between 12 and 24 … Put two words together, such as "no bottle." Name some body parts and familiar objects, such as "toy" or "cat." … Put two words together, such as "no bottle." Name some body parts and familiar objects, such as "toy" or "cat." …
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… of interest in activities they usually enjoy. They may have changes in their sleeping or eating patterns. They might … weight gains. Always feeling tired or having no energy. Body movements that seem slow, restless, or agitated. … weight gains. Always feeling tired or having no energy. Body movements that seem slow, restless, or agitated. …
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… can I prepare for the wilderness? Whether your activity is during the summer or winter, on land or water, remember the … provider if you have a flea or tick bite. Check your whole body for ticks, including folds of skin. If you find a tick …
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… smoking. Most of these healthy habits are good for your body for other reasons, too. For example, it's good for your … They slow the way bone dissolves and is absorbed by your body. They can increase bone thickness and strength. They … Out of 1,000 people, about 1 person has a bone side effect during a year of taking bisphosphonates. That means 999 out …
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… popular with many scientists who specialize in behaviour changes specific to health because it reminds us of why it … care professionals wishing to help their clients make changes to their diet and/or physical activity. Like the … and resolve any ambivalence they may have about making changes to their physical activity behaviour, an …
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… your child get the energy and nutrients they need to: Learn during the day and Support their growth and development … Pack a reusable water bottle so your child can refill it during the day. Trust your child’s appetite to guide them on …
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… Basics What is hypothermia? Hypothermia occurs when the body gets cold and loses heat faster than the body can make it. A body temperature below normal can be a sign of hypothermia. …