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… ) is an herb that has been studied a lot for migraine prevention. Some small studies show that it may help prevent migraines in some people. footnote 1 Feverfew is … capsule, and tea. If you would like to try feverfew to help prevent your migraine headaches, it is important to find …
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… or towels of someone who has pubic lice. Condoms do not prevent the spread of pubic lice. Avoid close … a condom When used correctly, male and female condoms help prevent the spread of many STIs during vaginal, anal and … condoms are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Animal skin condoms can help …
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… Basics Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor … medicines for pain. Treatment may shorten the illness and prevent other problems caused by shingles. See your doctor … you have shingles near your eye or nose. Treatment can help prevent lasting eye damage. There are shingles vaccines for …
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… irons, space heaters, and bottle warmers How can burns be prevented? Burns and scalds are preventable. By implementing a mix of passive and active strategies, injuries can be prevented. Passive strategies: The hot water temperature at …
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… Why should my child get immunized? Vaccines: Help prevent you or your child from getting dangerous diseases … are needed before a child can attend school or daycare. Prevent days out of work or school due to illness or caring … for a sick person. Vaccines are the best way we have to prevent infectious diseases. A successful vaccine program …
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… and anti-stigma. Some examples of services available to prevent harms from substance use include: Impaired driving prevention programs. These programs increase awareness of … medication to reverse an opioid poisoning. This helps prevent brain injury and death Overdose prevention services. …
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… increases the risk of heart disease and stroke as well as kidney failure, and leg and foot amputation. Prediabetes …
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… Other parts of the body that may be affected include the kidneys, nerves, and liver. Symptoms can vary from person to … Other parts of the body that may be affected include the kidneys, nerves, and liver. Symptoms can vary from person to …
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… High doses of acetaminophen can contribute to liver and kidney damage. Do not give your child acetaminophen if he or … High doses of acetaminophen can contribute to liver and kidney damage. Do not give your child acetaminophen if he or …
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… may include: An inflamed heart muscle. Lung problems. Kidney problems. Problems with more than one organ. Rashes. … may include: An inflamed heart muscle. Lung problems. Kidney problems. Problems with more than one organ. Rashes. …