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… by infection with a virus. People get it by eating food or drinking water contaminated with feces. You may require a dose of … A virus. People get it by eating contaminated food or drinking water. One dose of hepatitis A vaccine can provide …
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… can cure most UTIs. It may help to drink lots of water and other fluids. Urinate often, and empty your … things you can do that may help prevent UTIs. For example, drinking more water may help. Take time to empty your … Tips for women You can take steps to prevent UTIs. Hydrate. Drinking more water and other liquids may help. Some women …
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… moisture to the air. Don't use a hot vaporizer. Use only water in the humidifier. Hold your child in your lap, and … minutes. Make sure your child is not burned by the hot water or steam. Do not leave your child alone in the … moisture to the air. Don't use a hot vaporizer. Use only water in the humidifier. Hold your child in your lap, and …
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… To prevent dehydration, drink plenty of fluids. Choose water and other clear liquids until you feel better. You can … bass, snapper, mullet, and other fish living in tropical waters. Common locations for these fish are the reefs … ocean. It is usually found in shellfish in colder coastal waters, such as the Pacific Northwest and New England. …
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… and nuts. Flying can trigger dehydration, so drink lots of water. And don't drink a lot of alcohol, because alcohol can … and tortillas. Choose your beverages carefully Opt for water instead of sugar-sweetened soft drinks. If you don't like plain water, try other sugar-free or low-calorie beverages, such …
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… before the test. Do not eat or drink anything except water for 8 to 12 hours before having this test. Children … be allowed to eat until the test is completed. How It Feels Drinking the D-xylose solution can make you feel sick to … to replace lost liquids after you have completed the test. Drinking the D-xylose preparation may cause vomiting and …
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… and then contaminate food. Shigellosis can result from drinking or swimming in contaminated water. Water may become contaminated if sewage runs into it … and then contaminate food. Shigellosis can result from drinking or swimming in contaminated water. Water may become …
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… between meals. Drink plenty of fluids. Be sure to drink water in addition to your other beverages. If you have … and whole grains in your diet each day and drink plenty of water. Try the low-FODMAP diet. FODMAPs are carbohydrates … between meals. Drink plenty of fluids. Be sure to drink water in addition to your other beverages. If you have …
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… your home Keep your body cool and hydrated Drink plenty of water and other fluids (about 3-4 litres of water a day), especially if you are breast/chest-feeding and even if you do not feel thirsty Avoid drinking large amounts of caffeinated, sugary or …
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… blood (hyponatremia), which can be serious or even fatal. Drinking too much liquid, using certain medications (such as "water pills"/diuretics including furosemide, glucocorticoids … especially children and older adults, must limit drinking of water and other fluids. Consult your doctor for …