Infectious Diseases: Prevention

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  • Rubella (German Measles) - Home Treatment

    Article
    10/02/06, Healthwise

    Home treatment for rubella includes drinking extra fluids so you do not become dehydrated and getting plenty of rest. Acetaminophen, such as Tylenol, may help relieve fever and body aches. Do not give aspirin to anyone younger tha

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  • The Quick and Dirty on Tetanus

    Article
    02/17/06, Harvard Health Publications

    There is little connection between rusty objects and the risk of tetanus. This myth has probably survived for several reasons.

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  • Best Ways to Fend Off Infection

    Article
    01/01/03, PDR.net

    The healthy vagina is home to a variety of microscopic organisms. Normally they live harmoniously in an acidic environment that prevents the overproduction of any one species and repels foreign invaders. A number of factors can upset this balance:

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  • Toxic Shock Syndrome - Home Treatment

    Article
    03/28/06, Healthwise

    Toxic shock syndrome is a quickly progressing, life-threatening condition that cannot be treated at home. If you think you may have TSS, seek immediate medical attention.

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  • Encephalitis - Home Treatment

    Article
    08/17/06, Healthwise

    Because encephalitis can be a life-threatening condition, it is not appropriate to treat it at home. Symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, and confusion along with nausea and vomiting and possibly a stiff neck and back may

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  • Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection - Prevention

    Article
    08/09/06, Healthwise

    Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection is easy to catch (highly contagious). It is common for children to develop viral infections such as RSV if they are often exposed to infected people and have not built up immunity. There is n

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  • Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) - Prevention

    Article
    03/28/06, Healthwise

    The best way to prevent infection with hantaviruses is to avoid contact with rodents and their droppings. The majority of cases of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) have occurred in the southwestern region of the United States.

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  • Tuberculosis (TB) - Prevention

    Article
    05/16/07, Healthwise

    Active tuberculosis (TB) is an infection that is spreading in a person's body, and it is very contagious.

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  • Chickenpox (Varicella) - Medications

    Article
    06/13/06, Healthwise

    Most people can be vaccinated to prevent chickenpox (varicella). The vaccine is successful as long as it is given before you have been exposed to the virus. It also may prevent or result in a milder case of chickenpox if given within

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  • Diverticulitis - Prevention

    Article
    08/31/06, Healthwise

    To help prevent diverticulitis:4

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