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… provided in this HealthLinkBC File is about pinkeye from an infection. What are the symptoms? Pinkeye usually makes the … sticky, especially when you sleep. A cloth dipped in warm water and applied gently to the affected area will help … good rules to follow: Wash your hands with soap and warm water several times daily. For more information on hand …
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… injured. Diabetes also limits your body's ability to fight infection and get blood to areas that need it. If you get a … or are numb. Wash your feet every day. Use warm (not hot) water. Check the water temperature with your wrists or another part of your …
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… Active Can You Be Physically Active As You Get Older? Preventing Injury and Illness … Physical Activity as You Get Older . Becoming More Active . Preventing Injury and Illness Physical activity is good for … of an overuse injury. Dehydration . You can lose too much water through sweating if you don't replace it by drinking …
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… allergic reactions. Avoid scratching the bites to prevent infection and keep the affected area clean. Using antiseptic … out items: Wash bedding, clothing and backpacks in hot water and laundry detergent, and dry them on the hottest … for 30 minutes or more Items that cannot be washed with hot water or put in the dryer can be steam cleaned. Dry steam or …
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… health needs. Uses This vaccine is used to help prevent infection from the hepatitis A virus. Hepatitis A infection … illness that can rarely cause liver failure and death. Preventing infection can prevent these problems. Hepatitis A … A spreads very easily, often through contaminated food or water, infected food handlers, sexual contact with an …
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… cause pneumonia in people who have AIDS. Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. Pneumonia caused by pneumocystis can … will improve with time. Drink plenty of fluids. Choose water and other clear liquids until you feel better. If you … will improve with time. Drink plenty of fluids. Choose water and other clear liquids until you feel better. If you …
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… photosensitivity.) Rashes, hives, and itching may occur. Infections. Bacterial skin infections, such as impetigo and … dry. Wash with a gentle skin cleanser and warm (not hot) water. Don't scrub. Shower after you swim or use a hot tub. It will rinse off chlorine or salt water. Use a moisturizer after you shower. Avoid irritating …
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