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something that indicates the presence of something else (such as a disease or problem)
A sore throat, a runny nose, and frequent sneezing are some of the symptoms of the common cold. Homelessness is only a symptom of larger problems in our society.
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Recent Examples of symptoms
Your provider will start with a physical exam to inspect your nails and look for any other signs or symptoms of disease.
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Carrie Madormo, Rn, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health said the person who contracted bird flu had mild symptoms, was treated with antivirals and is now recovering at home.
—Greg Wehner, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
Still, those who are in close contact with the infected person, as well as other workers at the worksite, are being monitored for symptoms and have been offered testing, antiviral prophylaxis and personal protective equipment.
—Greg Wehner, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
Other symptoms may include dry skin and fatigue.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
Pep Guardiola’s list of symptoms is long and unsettling.
—Rory Smith, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
In addition to snoring, other symptoms of sleep apnea can include bruxism (teeth clenching), neck pain, anxiety, and daytime drowsiness.
—Mill Etienne, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
This data captures infection levels from everyone using the wastewater system, including those without symptoms, who haven't tested for COVID-19 and who haven't reported their illness.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
What are the symptoms of walking pneumonia?
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 23 Dec. 2024
Carrie Madormo, Rn, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health said the person who contracted bird flu had mild symptoms, was treated with antivirals and is now recovering at home.
—Greg Wehner, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
Still, those who are in close contact with the infected person, as well as other workers at the worksite, are being monitored for symptoms and have been offered testing, antiviral prophylaxis and personal protective equipment.
—Greg Wehner, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
Other symptoms may include dry skin and fatigue.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
Pep Guardiola’s list of symptoms is long and unsettling.
—Rory Smith, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
In addition to snoring, other symptoms of sleep apnea can include bruxism (teeth clenching), neck pain, anxiety, and daytime drowsiness.
—Mill Etienne, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
This data captures infection levels from everyone using the wastewater system, including those without symptoms, who haven't tested for COVID-19 and who haven't reported their illness.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
What are the symptoms of walking pneumonia?
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 23 Dec. 2024
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