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… have pain or scars from treatment. And even though you're well, you may still feel distress over everything you went … you may not have enough energy to do all the things you used to do. Let your family know that you still need their … there too. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… shigellosis? Shigellosis is a type of foodborne illness caused by infection with the Shigella bacterium. It is more … and stomach cramps usually starting 1 to 3 days after you are exposed to the bacteria. Shigellosis usually lasts … Handling Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
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… Cell-Free DNA Test On this page: Test Overview Health Tools Why It Is Done How To Prepare How It Is Done … defects in a fetus . It's done to find birth defects caused by an abnormal number of chromosomes . It also can … this screening test is positive, it means there is a chance your baby has a birth defect. In that case, your doctor may …
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… ticks do not carry diseases, and most tick bites do not cause serious health problems. But it is important to avoid and check for … yard can be treated for ticks with nonchemical or environmentally safe methods. Checking for ticks When you come in …
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… (say "im-puh-TY-go") is a bacterial skin infection. It causes small blisters that can break open, ooze fluid, and … the nose raw. But impetigo can also develop in completely healthy skin. What are the symptoms? You or your child may … is getting worse, such as fever, pus, or increased pain, swelling, warmth, or redness. How can you prevent it? If you …
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… January 27, 2025 Overview Food security is critical to the health and wellbeing of all people in British Columbia. Food security means …
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… or elderly women than in men or younger people. What causes it? Trochanteric bursitis can be caused by an acute … on the affected area or lie on the affected side. Limping. Swelling from increased fluid within the bursa. Redness and … and Older Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… not a complete list of beta-blockers. Why are beta-blockers used? Beta-blockers are used for many heart and blood vessel … and live longer. Beta-blockers are also used for other health problems that are not related to the heart. These … one medicine may keep another medicine from working well. Or you may get a side effect you didn't expect. …
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… apply soap. Rub your hands together to make a lather. Scrub well for at least 20 seconds. Pay special attention to your … fingernails. Rinse your hands well under running water. Use a clean towel to dry your hands, or air-dry your hands. … Keeping hands clean. Available online: http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/hygiene/hand/handwashing.html . U. S. …
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… Cryptosporidium infection Last updated February 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 48 Download PDF Document English … is diarrhea. The number of people who have gotten sick because of Cryptosporidium infection in B.C. has decreased in … local water purification suppliers or your local environmental health officer for more information. The treatment …
