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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What insects are being treated? British Columbia’s (B.C.) … Some of the most damaging insect defoliators in B.C. include: Western spruce budworm Douglas-fir tussock moth … insect, aircraft, weather and treatment area. Spraying is carefully controlled by GPS navigation and only occurs over …
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… their vaccine record at www.immunizationrecord.gov.bc.ca/ . What is the HPV vaccine? The HPV vaccine provides protection … possible reactions after the vaccine? Common reactions may include soreness, redness and swelling in the arm where the … tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment …
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… HealthLink BC File number 54 Download PDF Document English What is fifth disease? Fifth disease is an infection caused … there is no reason to stay away from work, school or childcare as long as you or your child feels well. Who can get … or a weakened immune system, you should tell your health care provider that you have been in contact with someone who …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is trichomoniasis? Trichomoniasis is a sexually … out if you have trichomoniasis, you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. Currently, lab tests … and not have any symptoms. For women symptoms can include: Change in amount and/or colour (often …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is genital herpes? Genital herpes is a sexually … may not realize that it’s caused by HSV. Symptoms may include one or more sores that look like water blisters, … a history of herpes, it is important to inform your health care provider. There are steps that can be taken to help …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is pelvic inflammatory disease? Pelvic inflammatory … find out if you have PID, you must be examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? PID … caused by STIs. Factors that make getting PID more likely include having: Unprotected sex with someone with an STI …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is a febrile seizure? A febrile seizure, also known as … epilepsy. Children at higher risk of developing epilepsy include those who have: A family history of epilepsy … under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, see …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is hepatitis C virus? Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a … Blood or blood product transfusions, or organ transplant in countries where the blood supply is not tested for … less common ways HCV is spread include: Sharing personal care items, such as toothbrushes, dental floss, razors, nail …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is mumps? Mumps is a disease caused by the mumps virus. … also put you at risk. What are the symptoms? Symptoms may include fever, sore muscles, headache and swelling of the … vaccine are recommended for protection. Contact your health care provider to find out if you need to be immunized.People …
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… www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/bcairquality/data/aqhi-table.html . What is particle pollution? Particulate matter (PM) refers … particle pollution? Major sources of outdoor PM in B.C. include: Wildfire smoke Wood smoke from residential wood … of pre-existing lung or heart conditions Increased health care use such as emergency room visits and hospital stays …
