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HIV testing in pregnancy

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why should I get tested? HIV testing is important for people to … as soon as possible to improve your own health and help you have a healthy pregnancy and baby. Should I get tested if I am planning a pregnancy? Knowing …

Young children and their vision

… is my child’s vision? Babies can see at birth, but they have to learn to use their eyes. They have to learn how to … addressed during this important time of visual development. Should vision problems be corrected at an early age? Yes, … know of vision concerns in your family, your child's eyes should be examined by an eye doctor (optometrist or …

Chickenpox varicella vaccine

… Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the chickenpox vaccine? Children get the … 12 months 2nd dose 4 to 6 years Students in grade 6 who have not received 2 doses of the vaccine should also receive the vaccine. Grade 6 students who have …

Roseola

… a fever seizure. Although a seizure can be very scary, it should only last a few minutes, and does not do any harm. Your child’s temperature should return to normal within 3 to 5 days. About 24 hours … upset, they usually eat and drink normally. Your child may have other symptoms such as a runny nose, diarrhea, …

Cryptosporidium infection

… infection is diarrhea. The number of people who have gotten sick because of Cryptosporidium infection in … with medication is necessary. People with cryptosporidiosis should drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. What should I do if I become infected with Cryptosporidium ? …

Carbapenemase-producing organisms CPO

… are naturally found in the gut (digestive system) and that have become resistant to a group of antibiotics known as … preparing or eating food. People identified as having a CPO should follow these instructions to prevent CPO from … items such as towels, toothbrushes, or bar soap Clothing should be laundered in the usual manner Clean bathrooms …

Water fluoridation facts

… added during the water treatment process, fluoride levels should never exceed this level. Fewer than 4 percent of the … must test fluoride levels in water. All water suppliers should make the test results available to users and the public. If you have a private/domestic well, you should do a comprehensive …

Pneumococcal conjugate PCV 13 vaccine

… with your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the PCV 13 vaccine? Babies receive the vaccine as … receive an extra dose of vaccine at 6 months of age if they have any of the following medical conditions: No spleen, or … fluid leak A child with any of these conditions should receive a dose of the pneumococcal polysaccharide …

Typhoid vaccine

… to find out the cost. Bring a record of all vaccines you have received in the past to the travel clinic. It is … food and drink precautions while you are travelling. Who should get the vaccine? People travelling to or working in … the travel clinic doctor or nurse will tell you if you should receive the vaccine. The vaccine is also recommended …

Fifth disease parvovirus infection

… About a quarter of all people who get fifth disease have no symptoms. The most common signs of fifth disease … infected with parvovirus B19 or if you are immune. What should you do if you or your child has been exposed to fifth … child has been exposed to someone with fifth disease, you should watch for cold-like symptoms over the next 4 to 20 …