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… caused by the Ebola virus. Early stages of the disease are characterized by flu-like symptoms, which can progress … Health Agency of Canada: Travel Health Notices webpage. If you have recently travelled to an affected area, or if you have been in close contact with someone who …
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… Giving an Epinephrine Shot to a Child Actionset Overview If your child has had a severe allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis … your child's thigh. Jab through clothing if you must, but bare skin is best. The injector tip should go straight into … fluid. Remove the injector, and place your hand on the area where the medicine entered the skin. Rub the area for …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the health hazards after a flood? Anyone who has had a … However, it is important to remember that flood waters are usually very dirty. Items that have come into contact … until authorities have advised that it is safe to do so. You should not live in a flooded home until clean-up is …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are pubic lice? Pubic lice are tiny insects that live on body hair, usually in the … the most common symptom of pubic lice. If pubic lice get on your eyelashes, the edges of your eyelids may be crusted. …
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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Travel vaccines are recommended for people travelling to or working in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider or visit a travel clinic at least … encephalitis virus, an infection spread by infected mosquitoes. The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. Who …
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… is toxic shock syndrome? Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a rare, but serious illness that can often be life-threatening. … It can quickly affect several different organs including your liver, lungs and kidneys. Since TSS develops quickly, … it can occur in anyone. Only half of the cases of TSS are linked to menstruation. If you think you have TSS, call …
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… hosts. How can I get swimmer’s itch? If schistosome larvae are present in a body of water and you are in that water (swimming or wading) there is a chance … However, showering will not remove any larvae that have already burrowed under your skin What are the symptoms? …
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… health during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of your teeth and gums during pregnancy for the following … having a pre-term or low-birth weight baby. These babies are at greater risk of having developmental problems, …
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… when the sugar (glucose) level in the blood rises above your child's target range. It can happen if your child: … refrigerator door. Add any symptoms your child has had that aren't on the list. Check your child's blood sugar often. … blood sugar. Show other people involved in your child's care how to check your child's blood sugar. Keep instructions …
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… What is dehydration? How is dehydration treated? What can you expect? Where can you learn more? What is dehydration? … work as well as they should. Your baby may need special care, such as being in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). This may be scary for you. But the hospital …
