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… Overview You can help prevent foot blisters by following these tips. Wear shoes … . … Overview You can help prevent foot blisters by following these tips. Wear shoes …
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… on the skin. You may get a blister on your foot when you wear shoes that rub against your skin. Or you may get one on your hand when you work in the garden without …
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… that you put directly on the skin, may cause blisters. A few examples are: Antibiotics. … topical medicines. Seizure medicines. If the blisters are only mildly annoying and other … able to prescribe another medicine for you. Blisters that occur with other signs of …
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… Overview Scratching chickenpox blisters can lead to skin … to mention scarring. In rare cases, infected chickenpox lesions can lead to toxic shock … any items that are soiled with fluid from chickenpox blisters. Bathe daily with a …
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… Overview You can help prevent foot injuries and problems. Avoid going barefoot. Wearing shoes can help prevent punctures … expense is worth preventing ongoing (chronic) foot or ankle problems. Check your feet every …
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… Overview A person who has HIV has difficulty fighting off other … from infections. Avoid close contact with people who have contagious illnesses until … approaching or touching the person with HIV. Get an annual flu vaccine to reduce the …
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… and medication safety in older age . Manage sensory impairments Reduced vision, hearing …
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… easily inhaled into the windpipe. Those with small detachable parts, like wheels. Household … tops, and safety pins. Clothing price tags. Small holiday decorations. Kitchen items, such … on containers. How can you prevent choking in small children? Preventing choking on food To …
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… series How do I know what my sexual health status is? Routine testing will tell you if … health care provider about how to get these vaccinations. How do I talk about prevention? … health care provider about how to get these vaccinations. How do I talk about prevention? …
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… Overview Every year, thousands of older adults fall and hurt themselves. Falls are one of the main causes of injury and … you increase the amount of fluids you drink. Preventing falls at home Remove raised doorway …
