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… a result of rabies or other infections such as White Nose Syndrome. Some bats with rabies may appear to behave totally … with soap and warm water under moderate pressure for at least 15 minutes. This greatly reduces the chance of any type …
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… iron and calcium Health conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, colorectal cancer, eating disorders, underactive … means the food has ‘a lot’ of fibre. Foods that have at least 4g of fibre per serving are considered high fibre. If …
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… to anyone younger than 18 because of the risk of Reye syndrome . Be safe with medicines. Read and follow all … to anyone younger than 18 because of the risk of Reye syndrome . Be safe with medicines. Read and follow all …
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… These diseases occur most often in people of Central and Eastern European (Ashkenazi) Jewish heritage. Most of these … or are pregnant. Diseases in this group include: Bloom syndrome. Babies with this disease are born small and remain … These diseases occur most often in people of Central and Eastern European (Ashkenazi) Jewish heritage. Most of these …
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… themselves Limited skin-to-skin contact Difficulties in breastfeeding Potential risk factors for SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). Soother safety Many babies love the comfort of a … death.  To protect your baby from contaminated water: Breastfeed exclusively for the first six months and continue …
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… often occurs after the child has had a cold or other upper respiratory infection. It's the most common cause of hip … the body parts (such as ovaries, testes, prostate, breasts, penis, or vagina) you now have in the area where you … severe pain. "Somewhat hard" means you can move it at least a little, though you may have some pain when you do it. …
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… include: Infections of the vagina. These may include a yeast infection , trichomoniasis , human papillomavirus (HPV) … balance of organisms in your vagina. The excess growth of yeast cells or bacteria can cause a vaginal infection. … spread by the hands to the vagina of bacteria from an upper respiratory infection of the ears ( otitis media ) or throat …
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… your doctor tells you otherwise. Take this medication at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking other products … the effect of this medication. Take this medication at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after eating calcium-rich … high blood pressure certain genetic conditions (Marfan syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome) Ciprofloxacin may cause a …
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… your doctor tells you otherwise. Take this medication at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking other products … the effect of this medication. Take this medication at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after eating calcium-rich … high blood pressure certain genetic conditions (Marfan syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome) Ciprofloxacin may cause a …
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… with certain blood/bone marrow disorders (myelodysplastic syndromes-MDS). Lenalidomide may lessen the need for blood … right away. It is unknown if lenalidomide passes into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. …