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… contaminated by rodents, you may get a foodborne illness. Diseases can also be spread if you are bitten by a rodent, … that are contaminated by rodent urine or droppings. Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) has been associated with the … mice. For more information visit HealthLinkBC File #36 Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome .Ticks and fleas carried by rodents …
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… leading to diastolic heart failure. Coronary artery disease. Coronary artery disease can narrow the arteries that supply blood to the … leading to diastolic heart failure. Coronary artery disease. Coronary artery disease can narrow the arteries …
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… by harmful germs, such as bacteria, parasites, and viruses. Harmful germs may get into food when it's prepared … by harmful germs, such as bacteria, parasites, and viruses. Germs can get into food: When meat is processed. … Campylobacteriosis Marine Toxins Shigellosis Noroviruses (Norwalk Viruses) Staph Foodborne Illness Prevention …
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… age 7. Most ear infections are caused by bacteria. But viruses also can cause them. The influenza (flu) virus is one of the main viruses that cause ear infections. Ear infections are most …
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… Basics What is ulcerative colitis? Ulcerative colitis is a disease that causes inflammation and sores (ulcers) in the … in the digestive tract. Or other kinds of bacteria and viruses may cause it. You are more likely to get it if other … in the digestive tract. Or other kinds of bacteria and viruses may cause it. You are more likely to get it if other …
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… the game. HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) Infection Current as of: October 31, 2022 … the game. HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) Infection Current as of: October 31, 2022 …
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… Food and water contaminated with bacteria, parasites, viruses, chemicals or toxins can make us sick. Learn about …
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… for HIV infection. To decrease your risk of spreading HIV disease to others, continue to take all HIV medications … to lessen the risk of HIV infection after contact with the virus (for example, due to a needle stick). Ask your doctor … to lessen the risk of HIV infection after contact with the virus (for example, due to a needle stick). Ask your doctor …
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… swelling and painful attacks caused by a certain inherited disease (hereditary angioedema-HAE). Most people with this … you may get infections from the medication (for example, viruses such as hepatitis). Consult your doctor or … you may get infections from the medication (for example, viruses such as hepatitis). Consult your doctor or …
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… age and older who have recently tested positive for coronavirus, have had mild to moderate symptoms for no more than 7 … ongoing medical conditions (such as lung, kidney, or heart disease, diabetes). Talk to your doctor about the risks and … when given soon after infection, can neutralize the coronavirus and may prevent worsening of COVID-19 symptoms. More …
