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… sponge works depends on whether you have ever delivered a child vaginally or not. If you have had a vaginal childbirth: When the sponge is used exactly as directed , it … pregnancy. footnote 1 If you have not had a vaginal childbirth: When the sponge is used exactly as directed , it …
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… Arterburn D, et al. (2018). Comparative effectiveness and safety of bariatric procedures for weight loss: A PCORnet … Arterburn D, et al. (2018). Comparative effectiveness and safety of bariatric procedures for weight loss: A PCORnet … Arterburn D, et al. (2018). Comparative effectiveness and safety of bariatric procedures for weight loss: A PCORnet …
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… (commonly known as chickenpox). Chickenpox is a common childhood illness, but can cause more serious illnesses in … very serious brain/liver condition called Reyes syndrome in children or teenagers. If you are infected while pregnant, … at 1-800-822-7967. In Canada, you may call the Vaccine Safety Section at Public Health Agency of Canada at …
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… at 1-800-822-7967. In Canada, you may call the Vaccine Safety Section at Public Health Agency of Canada at … treatment) This vaccine is not recommended for use in children younger than 2 years. During pregnancy, this … vaccines to prevent possibly severe illness (such as flu shots). Make sure all of your health care professionals know …
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… (polio). Polio is a virus that affects mainly young children. It is usually spread by person-to-person contact. … polio virus. Polio vaccine is usually given to infants and children as part of routine immunization. It may also be … at 1-800-822-7967. In Canada, you may call the Vaccine Safety Section at Public Health Agency of Canada at …
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… ("flu") virus. It is also called the seasonal flu shot. Influenza can cause serious illness (rarely death), … in people at high risk from the infection (such as young children, older adults, and people with chronic health … at 1-800-822-7967. In Canada, you may call the Vaccine Safety Section at Public Health Agency of Canada at …
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… the blood, but it could be used for research or for another child. Private cord blood banking is expensive. You will pay … of anemia. When healthy stem cells are transplanted into a child who is ill, those cells can grow new bone marrow cells … by the disease or its treatment. Stem cells from the child's own cord blood often cannot be used, because they …
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… other people. People who are most in need of protection are children under age 5, pregnant women, and people with weak … from animals. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( www.cdc.gov/healthypets ) also has more information. Helping children stay healthy Follow these steps to help your child …
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… screens that fit over the computer screen. Wear proper eye safety equipment for hazardous tasks. Wear UV-blocking … screens that fit over the computer screen. Wear proper eye safety equipment for hazardous tasks. Wear UV-blocking …
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… and whether you're getting enough folic acid. The safety of any prescription and over-the-counter medicines … and whether you're getting enough folic acid. The safety of any prescription and over-the-counter medicines …
