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… listeriosis? Listeriosis is a rare but potentially serious foodborne infection. It is caused by the bacteria Listeria … pregnancy or to a newborn baby during delivery. Who is at risk of infection? Most people exposed to Listeria do not …
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… Overview Cause Symptoms What Happens What Increases Your Risk When To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview … spreads like a cold too, when you cough, sneeze, or share food or drinks. There are many kinds of RSV, so your body … in nursing homes or other group environments also have a higher risk of becoming infected with RSV. Babies ages 2 to …
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… infection. These include rotavirus , gastroenteritis , and foodborne illness . Diarrhea is the body's way of quickly … younger than 6 months of age and those with other health risks, need special attention when they have diarrhea. They … taken No Temperature taken Is it 38°C (100.4°F) or higher, taken rectally? This would be an axillary …
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… vaccine-preventable diseases at any age. In Canada, the risk of getting a vaccine-preventable disease is rare. This … 6 months apart. Adults, Seniors and Individuals at High Risk This schedule lists all the vaccines that are provided … who are in high-risk groups, such as those with chronic illness or weakened immune systems. This PDF combines all of …
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… often caused by a stomach infection ( gastroenteritis ) or foodborne illness . Diarrhea is your body's way of quickly … be sure to watch for other symptoms. High: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral High fever: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral …
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… (URIs) spread easily. Babies and young children have a higher risk for secondary infections from these illnesses. Take … hand wipe. Wash and disinfect toys often. Prepare food safely. Wash your hands and working surfaces while you …
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… bits of infected stool get into another person’s mouth, food or water. Exposure to infected stool can occur in day … Family members and playmates of infected children are at risk of becoming infected. Contaminated food or water Food … bits of stool on them. Men who have sex with men are at higher risk of outbreaks. How can I prevent spreading …
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… Overview Cause Symptoms What Happens What Increases Your Risk When To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview … fear of gaining weight. They severely limit the amount of food they eat and can become dangerously thin. Anorexia … ability to think clearly and make good decisions. As the illness gets worse, irrational behaviours begin, such as …
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… has a fever and their temperature rises suddenly, sometimes higher than 39.5°C (103°F). The rapid rise in temperature … not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to … the body, so make sure your child drinks lots of fluids. Food is less important. If your child is hungry, then eating …
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… amount of breastfeeding you can do. Breast milk is the only food your baby needs until about 6 months of age. You do not … from breast milk. Breastfeeding lowers your child's risk for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). footnote 1 … or another area of the breast. A fever of 38.3°C (101°F) or higher. Call your doctor today if you have: Breast problems, …
