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Contaminated food or water can lead to several types of serious intestinal conditions including cholera, E. coli infections, food poisoning and giardia. Peritonitis is another intestinal condition caused by bacteria invading the body cavity that holds the stomach, intestines and other digestive organs.

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NextCare Flu Shot Clinic

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NextCare Urgent Care (www.nextcare.com) has announced that it will provide flu shots this fall at all its clinic locations including Arizona, Colorado, Texas, Georgia, Virginia and North Carolina for $25.

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December 8, 2009, 8:00am - 8:00pm
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NextCare Urgent Care - Tucson - Pima/Wilmot
6238 East Pima St.
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