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… They can affect air quality, cause shortages of safe water and food, and cut off your access to electricity, gas, … spread through a community: Through the air. Through the water supply or through food. From human to human. From … may have been opened. Remember that most cases of foodborne illness (food poisoning) happen by accident. For more …
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… tract. You can get rotavirus more than once, but the first infection is usually the worst. This infection causes … very quickly. Dehydration occurs when the body loses water more quickly than it is replaced. When your child … and diarrhea follow. Most children with rotavirus have very watery diarrhea that seems like a large amount for a baby or …
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… Smoke while you're pregnant. Are exposed to radiation or infections while you're pregnant. Have a family history of … such as speech, hearing, or teeth problems; sinus and ear infections; and problems from surgery. How can you care for … you on feeding techniques. As your child grows, watch for infections and pay special attention to dental care, …
Medications
… morning. Swallow this medication whole with a full glass of water (8 ounces/240 milliliters) unless your doctor directs … of the mixture without chewing. Drink a full glass of cool water (8 ounces/240 milliliters) to make sure you have … the immune system, it may lower your ability to fight infections. This may make you more likely to get a serious …
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… cause allergic reactions. Bacteria and viruses can cause infections. Mould can also cause infections, but it rarely … between inside and outside temperatures can cause water to condense on windows causing mould to grow on frames or sills. Water coming into the house from outside, from the roof or …
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… emotional and intellectual development Results in fewer infections, such as pneumonia, ear infections and diarrhea, … It’s important to stay hydrated. Try to have a glass of water nearby when you breastfeed or chestfeed. Continue … a registered nurse or dietitian. Child Nutrition Series Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child …
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… impetigo? Impetigo (say "im-puh-TY-go") is a bacterial skin infection. It causes small blisters that can break open, … healed in 1 week. At home, gently wash the sores with clean water each day. If crusts form, your doctor may advise you … remove the crusts. You can do this by soaking them in warm water and patting them dry. This can help the cream or …
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… What is thrush? Thrush is a common infection of the mouth and tongue caused by the yeast … with the yeast. In adults Here are some tips for preventing thrush. Practice good oral hygiene. This includes … in most drug or grocery stores. Scrub your dentures with water both before and after soaking them. If you used …
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… For example, antibodies made in response to a tuberculosis infection attach only to tuberculosis bacteria. Antibodies … you may have a greater chance of developing repeated infections. You can be born with an immune system that makes … are very important in fighting bacterial and viral infections. IgG antibodies are the only type of antibody …
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… or under your breasts. Moist areas increase the risk of infection. Take care when you bathe. Use warm water. Avoid hot water, which can dry out skin. Always test the temperature …
