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… ways for people to get toxoplasmosis include: Touching your hands to your mouth after cleaning a cat's litter box or after … or undercooked meats Drinking unpasteurized milk Touching your hands to your mouth after working in gardens or playing …
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… Overview These are the tests you may need and how often you should have them. footnote 1 The tests may vary depending on whether you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes. A1c blood test. This …
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… is surgery that joins two or more of the vertebrae in your neck . When these bones are joined together, it's … surgery, the doctor uses bone to make a "bridge" between your vertebrae . This bridge may be strengthened with metal … In most cases, the doctor uses bone from another part of your body or bone that has been donated to a bone bank. But …
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… this page: Overview Overview Protecting your baby Each new learning stage for your baby requires you to pay more attention to prevent an injury. It may …
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… and some common household chemicals can all cause burns. You can help protect your child by being aware of these hazards and keeping your child away from them. Heat burns Heat burns, also …
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… Overview It can be hard to know if your child is having a mild, moderate, or severe asthma attack . The following chart may help you. Talk with a doctor if you can't tell how bad your child's symptoms are. In most …
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… free for everyone 6 months and older. It's important to get your flu vaccine to protect yourself this fall and winter. To learn more, visit … from mild to severe. Getting sick from influenza can put you at risk of severe disease and its complications, …
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… in positive ways. For example, by hearing "Great job! You used your words when you were angry instead of hitting," a child feels good and …
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… at any age, but it is most shocking when it happens to young adults or athletes. While the media often highlight … can be caused by hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. To find out your risk of sudden death, your doctor will do tests and ask you about your health and …
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… been proven scientifically, many people report relief. You can try one or more and see whether they help you. Apply calamine lotion, underarm deodorant, or witch … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
