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… Avoiding Infections in the Hospital On this page: Overview Overview Hospital infections can be very serious, especially if you're already … or problem put you in the hospital in the first place. An infection can add weeks to your hospital stay. So it's …
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… HIV Infection in Health Professionals On this page: Overview … with your doctor the possible risks of infection with the hepatitis B or hepatitis C virus. People who work in the health care industry should be …
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… Preventing Tetanus Infections On this page: Overview … is it important? Tetanus is a disease caused by a bacterial infection . The tetanus bacteria get in a wound through a … is it important? Tetanus is a disease caused by a bacterial infection . The tetanus bacteria get in a wound through a …
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… Sexually Transmitted Infections: Treatment On this page: Overview Related … They can go away with treatment. STIs caused by viruses, such as genital herpes and genital warts, can be … treatment won't make them go away. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which causes AIDS, is a sexually transmitted …
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… Protect Yourself From Hepatitis A When Travelling On this page: Overview Related … Information Overview Immunization against the hepatitis A virus (HAV) is recommended for anyone Travelling to any …
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… Sexually Transmitted Infection Screening On this page: Overview Related … For those who test positive or who are at high risk for reinfection, another screening in the third trimester may be … of transmitting gonorrhea and avoid complications of the infection. The PHAC recommends testing for pregnant women to …
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… Flu: Signs of Bacterial Infection On this page: Overview Overview A bacterial infection may develop following infection with viral influenza . Signs of a bacterial …
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… Contact Lens Problems: Infection On this page: Overview … Overview Keratitis refers to an inflammation of the cornea. Infection of the cornea is called infectious keratitis. It … You'll need antibiotic eyedrops to help treat the infection. Symptoms of bacterial keratitis may include: Pain …
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… Group B Streptococcal Infections in Newborns On this page: … Information What is group B streptococcal infection? Group B streptococcus (strep) is a serious bacterial infection. If you carry group B streptococcal bacteria, you …
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… Urinary Tract Infections in Children On this page: Cause … Information What is a urinary tract infection (UTI)? A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a problem that happens when germs (called …
