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Congenital cytomegalovirus - Prevention

Alternative Names

CMV - congenital; Congenital CMV

Prevention:

Cytomegalovirus is almost everywhere in the environment. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend the following steps to reduce the spread of CMV:

Wash hands with soap and water after touching diapers or saliva.
Avoid kissing children under the age of 6 on the mouth or cheek.
Do not share food, drinks, or eating utensils with young children.
Pregnant women working in a day care center should work with children older than age 2 1/2.

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David Zieve, MD, MHA, Greg Juhn, MTPW, David R. Eltz, Kelli A. Stacy, ELS. Previously reviewed by Rachel A. Lewis, MD, FAAP, Columbia University Pediatric Faculty Practice, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network (11/12/2007).

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