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… on health topics like: Childhood and adult disease prevention Infant vision and dental care Immunizations …
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… immunization history, you may receive a dose of hepatitis B vaccine when you get HBIg. You may need more doses of hepatitis B vaccine later to provide long-term protection against … short-term protection against hepatitis B infection. It can prevent illness or make the illness less severe. What are …
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… time by 1-2 days. This medication may also be used to prevent the flu if you have been exposed to someone who … flu virus from growing. It is not a substitute for the flu vaccine. (See also Notes section.) How To Use Read the … approval. Tell your doctor if you have received flu vaccine in the nose within 2 weeks before treatment with …
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… Your doctor may direct you to take a low dose of aspirin to prevent blood clots. This effect reduces the risk of stroke … any undiagnosed illness or if they have recently received a vaccine. In these cases, taking aspirin increases the risk … your doctor if you have recently received certain live vaccines (such as varicella vaccine, live flu vaccine). …
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… Risk When To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Prevention Preventing Another Heart Attack Life After a … sugar in your target range if you have diabetes. Get a flu vaccine every year. It can help you stay healthy and may prevent another heart attack. Get the pneumococcal vaccine. If you have had one before, ask your doctor whether …
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… Moulds often give off a ‘musty’ smell. What can I do to prevent and control moulds? The key to controlling mould is to control moisture. To prevent moisture, high humidity and condensation, follow … dryers to the outside Ventilate attic and crawl spaces to prevent moisture build up. If the crawl space is bare earth, …
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… sex with men are at higher risk of outbreaks. How can I prevent spreading shigellosis? Proper hygiene and safe food handling and preparation practices are key to preventing the spread of shigellosis. Follow the advice … safety precautions and drinking water treatment to help prevent the spread of shigellosis. For more information, see …
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… Ozanimod is not a cure for MS but it is thought to help by preventing immune system cells (lymphocytes) from attacking … to an infection or for more details. Tell your doctor your vaccine history and ask if you need to get any vaccines before starting treatment with this medication. If …
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… more rapidly. Vaccination against hepatitis B will also prevent hepatitis D virus infection. Hepatitis D virus … more rapidly. Vaccination against hepatitis B will also prevent hepatitis D virus infection. Hepatitis D virus …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese Prepare for your child's vaccines Vaccines or shots may cause some pain. These tips can lead … children over 2 years of age should be informed about the vaccine shortly before the clinic visit or appointment. For …
