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Anterior Cruciate Ligament ACL Surgery

… patellar (kneecap) region. The surgeon removes the tissue along with a small piece of bone called a "bone block" at … after ACL surgery may take several months to a year. How long it takes to return to normal activities or sports is … patellar (kneecap) region. The surgeon removes the tissue along with a small piece of bone called a "bone block" at …
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Maintenance and operation of onsite sewage systems

… sewage system Do not leave the system not working for long periods during cold winter months Do not allow large …
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Home canning - How to avoid botulism

… common choice. Do not re-use the lids. A perfect fit can no longer be guaranteed after a lid has been pried off once. The jars can be used many times, as long as the rims are perfectly smooth and there are no …
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Residential hot tubs and pools Health and safety tips

… (102.0oF) if you are pregnant. Sitting in hot water for a long time can cause severe heat-related illnesses, such as …
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Safe sleeping for babies

… should not be in the bed If the adults sharing the bed have long hair, they should tie it back Any adult in the bed must …
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Travel immunizations for adults

… immunizations you need depend on where you are going, how long you are staying and how you will be travelling. Make … vaccine is recommended if you plan to stay for 6 months or longer in a country where hepatitis B is common. It is also … to rabies. This includes visitors staying one month or longer in areas with a high risk of rabies. Examples include …
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Yellow fever vaccine

… vaccination of yellow fever vaccine is enough to build life-long immunity against yellow fever. A booster dose of the …
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Healthy eating guidelines for food safety during pregnancy

… are not pregnant. Refrigerated ready-to-eat foods with a long shelf life that are eaten without further cooking are …
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Seniors falls can be prevented

… ankle), head injuries, loss of mobility and independence, long-term disability and reduced quality of life. Falls, …
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Time for bed

… They may cry a lot and nothing seems to satisfy them for long. Getting enough sleep can also be a concern for parents. Over time, babies gradually sleep longer during the night. How can I make sure that my child …