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Chilblain-like skin lesions and rashes are mild (and rare) complications of many viral infections, not just COVID-19
Yes, but symptoms can be easy to miss
‘Walking pneumonia’ is milder and doesn’t always require medication — but it’s also highly contagious
Salmonella is a common bacterium that can contaminate raw meat, eggs, seafood and more
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Follow these tips, like hand washing and self-care, to keep illness at bay as you celebrate the season
Most can return to work or school when they’re symptom-free for 24 hours
Washing your hands, thoroughly cleaning kitchen tools and preparing meat separately can reduce the risk of foodborne illness
Covering your mouth when you cough and staying home when you’re sick are a couple ways to help keep yourself and others COVID-free
The virus often clears up on its own within two years, but it can also linger and can cause further complications
We don’t fully understand how cleanliness impacts immune system development, but we do know that preventing illness is important
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