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… water. If you are unsure about the quality of the water, contact your local health authority. Are cyanobacteria … mouth ulcers and blistering of the lips. Symptoms from contact with water contaminated with cyanobacteria include: … toxins can harm pets and livestock if they come into contact with contaminated water. They may be exposed either …
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… or sporting injury. Sometimes the spinal cord is damaged by infection or spinal stenosis , or by a birth defect such as … begins. At first, the focus of rehab is to prevent other problems related to your SCI. And it helps you relearn how … when I leave the centre? After I leave, will I have a contact person at the centre for questions or emergencies? …
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… sports include swimming and gymnastics. (There's no body contact or use of a ball, bat, or racquet.) Blows to the eye … object in the eye, such as dirt, an eyelash, a contact lens, or makeup, can cause eye symptoms. Objects may scratch … you having trouble seeing? This means you are having new problems reading ordinary print or seeing things at a …
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… the eye for a long period of time. A problem in the lens, such as a cataract , or in the clear "window" at the … ask about symptoms, any family members who have had vision problems, other possible risk factors such as low birth … the eye for a long period of time. A problem in the lens, such as a cataract , or in the clear "window" at the …
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… below. All orders are reviewed before shipment. You may be contacted for more information. HealthLink BC resources will … magnets are again available. Next Resource Type Enter Contact Information BC HealthGuide handbooks BC HealthGuide … 9 in the quantity field. Next Resource Type Enter Contact Information Healthy eating for seniors Healthy …
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… A fever is the body's normal and healthy reaction to infection and other illnesses, both minor and serious. It … (103°F) to 40°C (104°F) for short periods of time without problems. Children tend to have higher fevers than adults. … fevers aren't comfortable. But they rarely cause serious problems. An oral temperature taken after you smoke or you …
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… blood or another type of sample. This can show if an HIV infection is present (HIV-positive). HIV infects white blood … for HIV antibodies. If you have a positive test result, contact your sex partners to inform them. They may want to … of AIDS means that a person is HIV-positive and other problems are present. How To Prepare In general, there's …
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… photosensitivity.) Rashes, hives, and itching may occur. Infections. Bacterial skin infections, such as impetigo and … screws, catheters, and medicine pumps. Yes Diabetes, immune problems, peripheral arterial disease, or surgical hardware in affected area No Diabetes, immune problems, peripheral arterial disease, or surgical hardware …
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… acute hepatitis B. Sometimes the virus causes a long-term infection, called chronic hepatitis B. Over time, it can … is caused by the hepatitis B virus. It's spread through contact with blood and body fluids from an infected person. … medical care decisions that are important to many health problems. Hepatitis B: Should I Be Tested? Hepatitis B: …
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… A fever is the body's normal and healthy reaction to infection and other illnesses, both minor and serious. … your child uncomfortable, but they rarely cause serious problems. There is no medical evidence that fevers from … can be scary to see. But they usually don't cause other problems, such as brain damage, intellectual disability , or …
