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… cuts or wounds, or bodily fluid containing blood Other less common ways HCV is spread include: Sharing personal care … stools Nausea and vomiting Jaundice (yellow skin or eyes) About 75% of people living with HCV will develop chronic … to your partner(s) about safer sex and being tested for sexually transmitted and blood borne infections (STBBI) Use …
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… resources, choices and options. Financial abuse is the most commonly reported type of abuse that people may experience … either physically or emotionally unwell. For information about how men and women may experience abuse or neglect … for information for victims of family and sexual violence or crime For more information on abuse and …
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… as long as the total amount (mcg) of vitamin K you eat is about the same each day. If your INR is stable and in safe … products (e.g. plant-based supplements) Tell your doctor about any extracts, powders or pills that you currently … not yet been reported. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions about alcohol use before starting or stopping any …
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… there is no set age for when a child becomes capable, common practice is for parents or guardians of children 12 … a health care provider has to give the child information about the vaccine. The health care provider will review the … to read over the information and allow the child to ask questions. The child will then be asked some questions to …
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… File #49b Disinfecting Drinking Water . Should I worry about asbestos? If you must remove building materials such … particularly if goods are stored in these spaces. What about septic systems and waste disposal? Flooding can …
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… in a spot that reduces glare or use soft lighting What about wearing sunglasses and other types of protection? …
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… unprotected sex with a person with hepatitis B Survivors of sexual assault Newborns and infants less than 12 months of … the possible reactions after hepatitis B immune globulin? Common reactions to HBIg may include soreness where the …
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… diseases or viruses such as Malaria or the Zika virus are common. The safest time to travel is during 18 to 24 weeks … comfortable shoes and loose clothing. For more information about what you can do to decrease your risk of DVT, speak to … transmitted through mosquitoes. It can also be transmitted sexually and through blood and tissue products. Zika virus …
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… take many forms including physical, emotional, financial, sexual, spiritual or social. Abuse and neglect can include … as well as between couples, are very important. Talk about the current situation and plan for future needs. What … and can be supportive in various ways. Take time to learn about what community resources are available and consider …
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… infection the illness is called cryptosporidiosis. The most common symptom associated with Cryptosporidium infection is … Use safe sex practices and avoid contact with feces during sexual activity Always take a cleansing shower before and …
