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… bacteria live in the intestine of infected persons and are highly infectious. What are the symptoms of shigellosis? … stomach cramps, nausea and vomiting, and an urge to pass stool. Symptoms may be mild to severe, or you may have no symptoms at all. Symptoms will typically …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are waterborne infections? Waterborne infections are any illnesses caused by drinking water contaminated with … system and leave the body through feces (waste). If you do get sick, how you feel depends on the type of …
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… Nutrition While Breastfeeding Actionset Overview If you are breastfeeding, your doctor may suggest that you eat … how we develop our content . … Actionset Overview If you are breastfeeding, your doctor may suggest that you eat more …
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… benefit from plans to help them manage their symptoms. You and your doctor can create a plan that may include … and activities. Learn how to use your body to protect stiff areas. This can help you stay active. Try splints, canes, … with your doctors, friends, and family to set up a plan to care for yourself. Set goals to practice your coping skills. …
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… gonorrhea, chlamydia or herpes simplex virus. These cases are seen more in young, sexually active men. Other organisms that are not sexually transmitted can infect the urethra. For …
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… Growth and Development: Helping Your Child Build Self-Esteem Actionset Overview Self-esteem … to help a child deal with difficult life issues as they are encountered. Parents have the greatest influence on a child's belief about …
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… is a parasite that infects the intestines. When you get sick from the infection the illness is called … transmission is when contaminated feces particles are ingested. Mammals (e.g. farm animals), birds, fish and … your health care provider. You may be asked to submit a stool sample for testing. Cryptosporidium is difficult to …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are folate and folic acid? Folate is a B vitamin found … foods. Fortified foods, also called enriched foods, are foods that have specific nutrients added to them. Why is … for my health? Folate helps make healthy new cells. If you do not get enough folate, you could get anemia. People …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Your health care provider may request that you have one or more … medical information that will help you and your health care provider create the best care plan for you and your …
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… 25, 2024 On this page: What is Mycobacterium chimaera? What are the chances that I have or will get this infection? What are the symptoms of an infection caused by Mycobacterium … are similar to many other common infections, so if you are feeling ill, it might not be from Mycobacterium …
