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… : The CD4+ cell count is 350 to 499. Stage 3 (advanced HIV disease, or AHD) : The CD4+ cell count is 200 to 349. Stage … is less than 15% of all lymphocytes. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) classifies untreated … the CD4+ count, the less likely it is that opportunistic diseases will occur. Most people who have untreated HIV …
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… own emergency preparedness plan. The plan must include procedures to prepare for, respond to and recover from any emergency. This includes procedures for evacuating people in their care, if needed. …
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… Acid in the mouth from vomiting can cause tooth decay, gum disease, and loss of tooth enamel . Any type of purging can … such as: Tooth decay or erosion of tooth enamel . Sore gums or mouth sores. Dry skin. Loose skin. Thin or dull …
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… protect you or your partner against sexually transmitted diseases (such as HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia). How To Use … rod must be removed after 3 years. This is usually a simple procedure done in your doctor's office. Rarely (for example, … to any anesthetics or antiseptics that might be used in the procedure; or if you have any other allergies. This product …
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… lead to necrotizing enterocolitis. They do know that the disease is much less common in babies who are fed breast … or she may need surgery. Surgery usually means having two procedures weeks or months apart. The first surgery removes … or she may need surgery. Surgery usually means having two procedures weeks or months apart. The first surgery removes …
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… serious chronic health problems, such as heart or lung disease, that make a surgical procedure more dangerous. Pessaries are sometimes used to … such as heart or lung disease, that make a surgical procedure more dangerous. Pessaries are sometimes used to …
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… your arteries over time and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. Another term for high blood pressure is … or hemp hearts on yogurt or oatmeal If you have kidney disease, or take medication to lower blood pressure, you may … for your health. Alcohol increases the risk of many chronic diseases including heart disease, stroke and several …
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… is Zika virus? Zika virus infection, also called Zika virus disease, is caused by a virus which is spread by the bite of … is currently being carried out at the B. C. Centre for Disease Control Public Health Laboratory and the National … through your doctor. Useful resources BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) The BCCDC provides provincial and …
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… or a chapter of a novel you're enjoying. After an argument, disappointment, or negative event. If you're still … can reach in your pocket and pull out a stick of sugarless gum or a mint. Work or social situations Activities at work … or a chapter of a novel you're enjoying. After an argument, disappointment, or negative event. If you're still …
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… not wear tight waistbands Chewing sugarless, non peppermint gum (ideally containing xylitol) may also help Sudden groin …