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Listeriosis

… at increased risk of serious illness. If you are at risk, how can you protect yourself? If you are pregnant, an older …

Bronchitis Should I Take Antibiotics

… with these health problems depends on their condition. How well do antibiotics work to treat acute bronchitis? If … and contribute to antibiotic resistance . footnote 1 How can you treat acute bronchitis without antibiotics? Most … that can irritate your lungs. Get enough rest so that your body has the energy it needs to fight the virus. You'll feel …

Weakness and Fatigue

… exactly what you mean when you talk with your doctor about how you're feeling. It can help you and your doctor narrow … with the minerals ( electrolytes ) found naturally in the body. Examples are low levels of potassium or sodium. … Many medicines can cause weakness or fatigue. The use of alcohol, caffeine, or drugs can cause fatigue. Fatigue that …

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

… and unexpectedly gives way and does not support your body weight. It is also common to have a catching, popping, … when you are walking or when you are moving your knee. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask about your … have an imaging test, such as an X-ray or MRI. These tests show the tissues inside your knee. This can help the doctor …

Haemophilus influenzae type b Hib vaccine

… and may need an emergency operation to help breathe. How is Hib infection spread? You can spread Hib infection by …

Elementary school age children and their vision

… Lack of coordination or clumsiness in physical activities How can I help to prevent eye injuries for my child? You can …

Burns and scalds in young children

… such as irons, space heaters, and bottle warmers How can burns be prevented? Burns and scalds are …

Pertussis whooping cough

… h aemophilus influenzae type b (DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib) vaccine How does pertussis spread? Pertussis spreads easily when an …

Chronic Lung Disease in Infants

… lung disease include: Inherited problems that affect how the lungs develop. A heart condition called patent … especially on the tongue, lips, earlobes, and nail beds. How is it diagnosed? There is no single test to diagnose … breathe more easily. This reduces the stress on the baby's body while the lungs mature and heal on their own. Babies …

Fifth disease parvovirus infection

… longer. It usually goes away without any long-term problems How is fifth disease spread? A person with fifth disease can … Is fifth disease serious? Fifth disease is usually mild. However, some people are at risk of serious complications if …