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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese How do I know what my sexual health status is? Routine testing will tell … and infertility from STIs, or immune system failure from advanced HIV disease If you have an STI, your chance of … likely you are to be exposed to an STI. Talk to your health care provider about getting tested for STIs, or go to your …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is dietary fat? Dietary fat refers to the fats and oils found naturally in animal and plant foods, and those used in cooking, at the table, and … monounsaturated and polyunsaturated. Polyunsaturated fats include omega-3 and omega-6 fats. Sources of monounsaturated …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is rubella? Rubella, also known as German measles, is a … mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) vaccine What if I am planning on getting pregnant? If you are a woman of … a blood test for rubella immunity as part of your prenatal care. If you are not immune, you should be immunized after …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Your health care provider may request that you have one or more … help you and your health care provider create the best care plan for you and your baby. What is a prenatal ultrasound? A prenatal ultrasound scan is …
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… in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider or visit a travel clinic at least 6 to 8 weeks … vaccines are not covered by the provincial medical services plan (MSP). You can check with your local travel clinic to … you receive and to take this with you on your trip. What is Japanese encephalitis vaccine? Japanese encephalitis …
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… in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least 6 to 8 … vaccines are not covered by the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP), so check with your local travel clinic to find … vaccines you receive and take this with you on your trip. What is typhoid vaccine? The vaccine helps protect against …
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… dioxide in B.C. communities with large, industrial sources. What is sulphur dioxide (SO2)? Sulphur dioxide is a highly … sensitive to sulphur dioxide, you may need to seek medical care. Long-term exposure to particles produced when sulphur … such as asthma, COPD or heart disease, follow a management plan developed with your health care provider If you have …
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… Another term for high blood pressure is hypertension. What dietary changes can help lower blood pressure? Healthy … limit the amount of potassium you eat. Speak to your health care provider before you make changes to the way you eat. … and fibre. For more information, including detailed eating plans, see Your Guide to Lowering Your Blood Pressure with …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is hormonal contraception? Hormonal contraception … intrauterine contraception (IUC) Vaginal ring (NuvaRing™) Implant (Nexplanon®) – a small rod inserted under the skin of … pregnancy (all methods) Gender-affirming/transition care (the Pill) Acne control (some methods) Preventing heavy …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is bacterial vaginosis (BV)? Bacterial vaginosis (BV) … find out if you have BV, you must be examined by a health care provider. Lab tests of your vaginal fluid may be done. … care provider may screen you for BV if you are pregnant, or planning to become pregnant, and have a history of certain …
