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… on the label. Use a lip balm with an SPF of 30 or higher. Apply repellent 15 to 30 minutes after sunscreen. … between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The sun's rays are stronger at high altitudes and when reflected from snow, water and sand … bites Except in Antarctica, rabies occurs worldwide with a higher risk in Central and South America and the Caribbean. …
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… in plumbing. Buildings constructed before 1989 may be at a higher risk of having lead in drinking water due to … If your home was built before 1989, your plumbing may be at higher risk of containing lead. A plumber can help identify … property is made of lead. Take action If your home has a high amount of lead in its water due to your plumbing, you …
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… bacteria and should be thrown away. Examples of food with high moisture levels include: Hot dogs, bacon, lunch meats, … bacteria and should be thrown away. Examples of food with high moisture levels include: Hot dogs, bacon, lunch meats, …
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… levels begin to rise in the mid- to late evening, remain high for most of the night, and then go down early in the … levels begin to rise in the mid- to late evening, remain high for most of the night, and then go down early in the …
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… smell, or sound human, which may confuse pets. The weak, high-pitched cry of newborns may also sound like prey to … smell, or sound human, which may confuse pets. The weak, high-pitched cry of newborns may also sound like prey to …
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… Peroxide Acne: Treatment With Salicylic Acid Bruises and Blood Spots Under the Skin Calluses and Corns Calluses and …
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… Overview A complement test uses a blood sample to detect a group of proteins that help the … develop our content . … Overview A complement test uses a blood sample to detect a group of proteins that help the …
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… if his or her judgment is changed by alcohol. Can cause blood vessels in the skin to get bigger (dilate). This … if his or her judgment is changed by alcohol. Can cause blood vessels in the skin to get bigger (dilate). This …
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… can cause dehydration. A few examples are: Antihistamines. Blood pressure medicines. Chemotherapy. Diuretics. … can cause dehydration. A few examples are: Antihistamines. Blood pressure medicines. Chemotherapy. Diuretics. …
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… to decide when to remove life support. Juan, age 61 My chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is very unpredictable. … to decide when to remove life support." — Juan, age 61 "My chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is very unpredictable. … to decide when to remove life support. Juan, age 61 My chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is very unpredictable. …