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… 120 What are Carbapenemase-producing organisms (CPO)? Carbapenemase-producing organisms (CPO) …
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… Overview The thyroid gland uses iodine from food to make two thyroid hormones : triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4). It also stores these thyroid hormones and releases them as they are …
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… might help: Improve your air quality by getting rid of the source of pollution. Don't allow … or workplace products used to control rodents, insects, and termites; and from …
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… on it. If a chemical has caused a wound or burn, follow the instructions on the … but with some chemicals, water may make the burn worse. Certain health conditions and … may include a bite, a cut, a puncture, a burn, a scrape, insect bites, or any injury …
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… agents and air fresheners Dry cleaning fluid Paints, lacquers, varnishes and hobby … depend on the concentration and length of exposure to the chemicals. VOCs include a … agents and air fresheners Dry cleaning fluid Paints, lacquers, varnishes and hobby …
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… for a shot. Some people may need tetanus immunoglobulin (IG) for a wound that is at high risk for developing tetanus. The immunoglobulin is usually only needed if you … for a shot. Some people may need tetanus immunoglobulin (IG) for a wound that is at …
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… 12 weeks of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) or prescription medication coverage. This … They include nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), prescription medication and behavioural … to quit smoking or vaping, you should use NRT or prescription medication. These …
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… other symptoms. High: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral High fever: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral … drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin and ibuprofen. These medicines can cause bleeding … an irritated throat. Medicine-flavoured cough drops are no better than candy-flavoured drops …
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… or mucus from the lungs and upper airway passages or of reacting to an irritated airway. … serious illness Do you think your baby has a fever? Yes Fever No Fever Did you take your … system problems Does your child have shaking chills or very heavy sweating? Shaking chills …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Animal and human bites may cause puncture wounds, cuts, … a bite, a cut, a puncture, a burn, a scrape, insect bites, or any injury that may cause … Related Information Insect Bites and Stings and Spider Bites Marine Stings and …
