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… pipes, spoons, cookers and needles During pregnancy to a baby before or during delivery HBV is not spread by: … infection Coughing or sneezing Through water or food What should I do if I have been exposed to hepatitis B virus? See … has cleared you, you could spread HBV infection. See “ What should I do if I have an HBV infection? ”, below, to learn …
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… also can cause a fever. Babies younger than 3 months should be seen by a doctor anytime they have a fever. That's … . Immunizations. Teething does not cause fever. If a baby is teething and has a fever, look for other symptoms … she has a fever. Don't let your baby get dehydrated. If you breastfeed your baby, nurse him or her more often. Offer …
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… and cold. You'll also likely be focused on your newly born baby and wanting confirmation that he or she is healthy. … where to cut. Bring your baby to your breast to begin breastfeeding. Some will suck right away; others will show …
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… is Zika virus found? Who is at risk of getting Zika virus? Should pregnant women be concerned about Zika virus? How can … visited areas where Zika virus is present. A developing baby exposed to the Zika virus when the mother is bitten by … the virus through sexual contact with an infected partner. Should pregnant women be concerned about Zika virus? Yes. …
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… In the rectum/bum (rectal method) What type of thermometer should I use? A digital thermometer is best for taking … cool, soapy water and rinse off before and after use. How should I take a child’s temperature? From birth to age 5, … tip with petroleum jelly (such as Vaseline) Place your baby on their back with their knees bent Gently insert the …
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… are mild and can be treated using medicine. If you breastfeed and are concerned about whether the contrast … on to the baby. But if you are concerned, you can stop breastfeeding for up to 24 hours after the test. During this … (MRI) of the Knee Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Shoulder Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Spine …
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… scan can look for problems of the arms or legs, such as the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee, ankle, or foot. … an allergic reaction to the dye (contrast material). If you breastfeed and are concerned about whether the contrast … on to the baby. But if you are concerned, you can stop breastfeeding for up to 24 hours after the test. During this …
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… from landing on and biting your skin. Insect repellent should be used when you are outdoors to protect against … There is no evidence that DEET poses a risk to pregnant or breastfeeding mothers, or their children. However, pregnant …
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… thinking about becoming pregnant and their male partners should talk to their doctor about the risk of travelling to … on children older than 6 months. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding and are concerned about using DEET, talk with …
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… needs vary. Pregnant women need 600 mcg DFE each day. Breastfeeding women need 500 mcg DFE each day. Most other … So experts say that all women who are able to get pregnant should take a daily supplement that has at least 400 mcg of …
