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I was just diagnosed with cap. i am wondering if it is contagious as i have an elderly mother and young grandson.
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No: Community acquired pneumonia is usually due to organisms present in the environment and is not contagious. Wish you good health! - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex, if you have sex.
Answered 7/20/2018
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