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… to be exposed to contaminated food and water in these high risk areas. If you are travelling to low risk areas, including Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, … on how to take the vaccine. It is important to follow the instructions. The oral vaccine provides protection …
Medications
… using this medication and each time you get a refill. Follow the illustrated directions for the proper use of this … have serious side effects. This medication may raise your blood pressure. Check your blood pressure regularly and tell your doctor if the results are high. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious …
Medications
… by your doctor, usually once a day for at least 10 days. Follow your doctor's instructions for how long to take this … time prescribed. Stopping the medication too early may allow the virus to continue to grow, which may result in a … and diarrhea in people who have problems with certain sugars (fructose intolerance). Your doctor may need to order …
Medications
… of age due to the risk of serious side effects, such as slow/shallow breathing. Cough-and-cold products have not been … (such as asthma, emphysema) glaucoma heart problems high blood pressure liver disease mental/mood disorders seizures …
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… needs. Warning Idarubicin must be given only by injection slowly into a vein. Do not give by injection into a muscle or … weight gain. Idarubicin may cause certain severe blood and bone marrow disorders (low red blood cells/white blood cells/platelets). This can …
Medications
… myofibroblastic tumor-IMT). Crizotinib works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer or tumor cells. It … (QT prolongation in the EKG, sudden cardiac death) Low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood may also increase your risk of QT prolongation. This …
Health topics
… also called "crypto," is primarily transmitted by swallowing water contaminated with the feces from infected … loose stool you have. Soda and fruit juices have too much sugar and not enough of the important electrolytes that are … also called "crypto," is primarily transmitted by swallowing water contaminated with the feces from infected …
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… Time periods vary, but meniscus surgery is usually followed by a period of rest, walking, and selected exercises. … of the entire knee, your age, and any age- or injury-related degeneration. Learn more Meniscus Tear: Should I … This is because the meniscus is the cushion between the thigh bone and the shin bone. Without that cushion, there is …
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… To help you enjoy the summer months, read the information below on taking care of yourself and your family. Featured … Hot car warning Fraser Health Authority: Window safety Heat-related illness (HealthLinkBC File #35) Heat-related illness … . To learn more about travel, click on the links below. Diabetes: Travel tips Health advice for travellers …
Medications
… is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your … Long-acting forms of diltiazem may be used for high blood pressure. If your doctor prescribes diltiazem for …
