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… find germs (such as bacteria or a fungus) that can cause an infection. A bacterial infection in the blood, called bacteremia, can be serious. … can spread the bacteria to any part of the body. A blood infection most often occurs with other serious infections, …
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… cells in the intestines. The most common symptom of C. diff infection is diarrhea. In fact, it is the most frequent … diarrhea in hospitals and health care facilities. C. diff infections may lead to serious illness. Who is most at risk? … C. diff is not a health risk. Those at greater risk of infection include: People who are taking antibiotics People …
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… together tightly. Back of the neck: Press your head back against the floor or chair. Front of the neck: Touch your … together tightly. Back of the neck: Press your head back against the floor or chair. Front of the neck: Touch your …
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… workers. Outbreaks of SARS do not appear to be seasonal. An infection may develop after: Sharing food or drink with an … tests for antibodies done on separate days to confirm an infection. You also may have tests to detect the genetic … who may be infected. You can also reduce your risk of infection by washing your hands often with soap or alcohol …
Medications
… Syndrome (SBS) who need intravenous (IV) nutrition and fluids. It may help to decrease the amount of intravenous … It works by helping to improve intestinal absorption of fluids and nutrients. How To Use Read the Medication Guide … Syndrome (SBS) who need intravenous (IV) nutrition and fluids. It may help to decrease the amount of intravenous …
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… Cancer Screening Prostate Cancer, Advanced or Metastatic Protecting Your Skin From the Sun Radiation for Early-Stage … Chemotherapy Lymphedema: Managing Lymphedema Skin Cancer: Protecting Your Skin Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: … Cancer Screening Prostate Cancer, Advanced or Metastatic Protecting Your Skin From the Sun Radiation for Early-Stage …
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… well, consult your health authority or see ‘Water Well Disinfection: Using the Simple Chlorination Method’ at … t/air-land-water/water/water-wells/bc_gov_5402_water_well_disinfection_webbrochure.pdf (PDF 3.42 MB). What is long term …
Medications
… weakness disorders severe allergies If you develop an eye infection or injury, or have eye surgery, check with your … weakness disorders severe allergies If you develop an eye infection or injury, or have eye surgery, check with your …
Medications
… for 3 or more days difficulty urinating signs of kidney infection (such as burning/painful/frequent urination, … or using hot tubs. When the weather is hot, drink a lot of fluids and dress lightly. If you overheat, quickly look for … or using hot tubs. When the weather is hot, drink a lot of fluids and dress lightly. If you overheat, quickly look for …
Medications
… skin difficulty urinating easy bleeding/bruising signs of infection (such as sore throat that doesn't go away) … or using hot tubs. When the weather is hot, drink a lot of fluids and dress lightly. If you overheat, quickly look for … or using hot tubs. When the weather is hot, drink a lot of fluids and dress lightly. If you overheat, quickly look for …
