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… Discuss your travel plans with a public health unit, a travel clinic, or your health care provider at least 6 to 8 weeks … mosquitoes. The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. Who should get the vaccine? If …
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… the world. The bacteria Coxiella burnetii causes Q fever. These bacteria can live for … cases, they will need to consult with their health care provider. Complications from this … veterinary staff and zoo attendants Certain health care workers who have contact with …
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… normal and healthy reaction to infection and other illnesses, both minor and serious. … you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners (anticoagulants), medicines that …
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… Problems and Injuries, Age 12 and Older Fever Seizures Respiratory Problems, Age 11 and … Problems and Injuries, Age 12 and Older Fever Seizures Respiratory Problems, Age 11 and …
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Check Your Symptoms Overview Fever seizures (sometimes called fever convulsions or febrile seizures) can occur in children who have an increase in body temperature. You may not even know that your …
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… deadly. In rare cases it can be deadly even for people with a normal immune system. Valley … parts of your body. Those at higher risk for severe illness include pregnant women, … the southwestern United States, central California, and Mexico. It also occurs in dry …
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… in Africa, parts of the Middle East, the Western Pacific, Puerto Rico, and other … in Africa, parts of the Middle East, the Western Pacific, Puerto Rico, and other …
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… These may include: A fever. A sore throat and pain when swallowing. A red, swollen throat or … These may include: A fever. A sore throat and pain when swallowing. A red, swollen throat or …
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… Conditions Basics What are Legionnaires' … ships, nursing homes, and hospitals. These diseases aren't contagious. The bacteria are … the doctor will ask about your working conditions, if you have been around any …
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… recent travel. The doctor may order a blood test to confirm that you have chikungunya … recent travel. The doctor may order a blood test to confirm that you have chikungunya …
