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… and western and northern European countries), the risk of exposure to serious diseases is generally no greater than it … your child when needed. Keep your home at a comfortable temperature, because your child is more likely to be fretful … your child when needed. Keep your home at a comfortable temperature, because your child is more likely to be fretful …
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… thyroid nodules. You have been exposed to radiation. Exposure to environmental radiation or past radiation … have memory problems, be constipated, have dry skin, feel cold, or have other symptoms of hypothyroidism (too little … have memory problems, be constipated, have dry skin, feel cold, or have other symptoms of hypothyroidism (too little …
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… of polio vaccine in childhood and are at increased risk of exposure to polio virus. Examples of adults at increased … B. There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns …
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… of vaping? Vaping can impact your health in several ways: Exposure to toxic and cancer-causing chemicals: the aerosol …
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… sex) with someone that you know or think has an STI. Yes Exposure to STI No Exposure to STI Is there a rash in the … injury Rest. Rest and protect an injured or sore area. Ice. Cold will reduce pain and swelling. Apply an ice or cold pack right away to reduce swelling. Apply the ice or …
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… seizures . The final stage is coma and death. The time from exposure to the virus until symptoms appear usually is 3 to … been exposed to rabies is a series of shots known as post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), also known as rabies post-exposure prophylaxis (RPEP). These shots help the body's …
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… in most people. Environmental laws have reduced lead exposure in Canada, but it is still a health risk, … it? Lead poisoning is usually caused by months or years of exposure to small amounts of lead at home, work, or daycare. It can also happen very quickly with exposure to a large amount of lead. Many things can contain …
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… if given as soon as possible, ideally within 48 hours of exposure. Depending on the type of exposure, HBIg may be given up to 14 days after exposure. How can I tell if I have HBV infection? Your …
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… C. Your treatment will be determined based on the type of exposure to blood or body fluids and your test results. The … infectious for HIV, hepatitis B and C. In case of possible exposure to HIV, the health care provider may start you on a … and are most effective if started within 2 hours of exposure. You will be referred to your own health care …
Medications
… acyclovir and hydrocortisone. It is used to treat cold sores/fever blisters caused by a virus (herpes … burning symptoms. This medication can speed up healing of cold sores, but it does not cure herpes or prevent passing … Do not double the dose to catch up. Storage Store at room temperature. Keep all medications away from children and …
