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Do hand sanitizers really work?

We have all been using hand sanitizers lately to prevent infections. Are they really effective?
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How can I prevent a staph infection?

Someone in my office recently came down with this, and it's making me very nervous. What can I do to prevent staph infection from spreading to me? What precautions should I take?...
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What can be done to prevent spreading the flu?

My husband has the flu and we have 3 children under the age of 5. What can be done to prevent it from spreading to my young children?
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Is there anyway to prevent chicken pox?

My son is 5 years old and has chickenpox, even though he was vaccinated. I have a small baby at home who was also vaccinated, but I am afraid he will get it too. Is there any...
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Is there anything I can do to prevent getting cancer?

I have a long line of cancer in my family. My grandfather, grandmother, and father have died from cancer, and my mother has recently been diagnosed with cancer. I am terrified...
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Is there any preventive medicine for arthritis?

I have a history of arthritis in my family. Is there any preventive medicine that will help me not develop it?
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How can I improve my mother's balance?

My mother is 78 years old and seems to have lost a sense of balance with her body. Is there anything that I can do to improve it so that I can prevent any falls?
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What are the preventive medications suggested for osteoporosis?

My mother has been recently diagnosed with osteoporosis, and I would like to know if there are any preventive medications to prevent this condition from developing.
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How can I prevent hair loss after pregnancy?

I am currently in my second trimester and already I am experiencing hair loss. Will this worsen after my delivery? How should I prevent this after the pregnancy?
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How can I prevent pneumonia for my father?

My father is 84 years old and has a severe breathing problem. The doctor says with his age and condition, he could have pneumonia at anytime. Are there any ways or medicines...
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What is the best way to prevent sexually transmitted diseases?

Are there any medications that could help protect one from infections and diseases from sexual intercourse?
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What are the best medicines to avoid motion sickness?

I have a long flight at the end of the week, but I have severe motion sickness. Unfortunately, I have to go on this trip because of work. Are there any medicines I can take to...
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How can I prevent my hair from graying?

In my family we have a history of premature graying. Is there any way that I can prevent early graying of my hair?
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Is there a way I can prevent my child from catching the common cold and flu?

How can I improve my child's immunity level and prevent him from catching a common cold and cough? I'm trying to instill good hygiene habits.
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I have been a chain smoker for 20 years and I have recently quit. How can I prevent lung diseases?

I am 34 years old and I was a chain smoker for 14 years and I had recently quit. While I understand there is damage done already, how can I prevent my lungs from deteriorating...
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My son had a severe pneumonia when he was 2 years old. How often should I get his lungs screened?

My son was 2 years old when he had a severe bout of pneumonia. His lungs were quite weakened by the virus. How often should I get a screening done for his lungs to ensure everything...
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Every winter my son ends up with a nasty cold. Are there any preventive measures he can do?

My son is 9 years old and every winter he ends up with a bad cold that keeps him out of school for a few days. He suffers a lot due to this. Are there any preventive measures...
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Can cancer be prevented?

In my family we have a history of cancer and it is worrying me a lot. Can cancer be prevented? I supposed the better question is, to what degree can cancer be prevented if at...
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Can I take a chickenpox vaccine at 30 years of age?

I am 30 years old and a mother of a 4 year old. I have never got chicken pox but I am worried if my son gets it I will have the infection too. Should I get a vaccine as well?...
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I am planning to travel to Africa for work in the next month. Do I need to get vaccinated?

I am planning on traveling to Africa in the coming month. Should I get vaccinated for any infections? If so, what am I required to get before I travel?
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