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Aerial spraying for native defoliators in BCs forests

… to airborne Douglas-fir tussock moth hairs and shed skins during large-scale infestations have caused allergic … and can be used on certified organic farms. What happens during aerial spraying? Aerial spraying of Foray 48B® is … weather is suitable. Each area is usually treated only once during a season, with applications timed to treat larvae …

Urethritis

… that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body. In a penis, the urethra also carries semen. What … (“female”) condoms help prevent the spread of many STIs during vaginal, anal and oral sex. Condoms are less … are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Lambskin and sheepskin condoms can help …

Syphilis

… Sharing sex toys Syphilis can also spread to your baby during pregnancy or birth. This is known as congenital syphilis … primary stage, a painless sore can develop anywhere on your body that came into contact with an infected person. The …

Vaginal yeast infection

… with your immune system; use of birth control pills; pregnancy; or high blood sugar from poorly controlled … it spread? Vaginal yeast infections are not usually spread during sex. However, if your partner has symptoms, they … and female condoms help prevent the spread of many STIs during vaginal, anal and oral sex. Condoms are less …

Hand foot and mouth disease

… symptoms. What are the complications? Dehydration (loss of body fluids) is the most common complication of hand, foot … weeks in the bowels of an infected person and can be spread during that time. Pregnant people who become infected with … severe. There is no clear evidence that infection during pregnancy will cause harm to an unborn baby. Hand, foot and …

Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol

… fruits, whole grains and plant-based proteins What dietary changes can help lower LDL cholesterol? Choose foods with …

Heat-related illness

… to your health. Heat-related illness is the result of your body gaining heat faster than it can cool itself down. … itself. This occurs when you are overexposed to heat or during intense physical activity while it is hot. Most … person. Note that mild heat exhaustion does not cause changes in mental alertness. Consult a health care provider …

Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… spread? HPV spreads by skin-to-skin contact. This can be during oral, vaginal or anal sex, or during any other sexual activity in which skin-to-skin … are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Lambskin and sheepskin condoms can help …

Toxoplasmosis

… organ transplant or blood transfusion - this is very rare Pregnancy and toxoplasmosis If you are pregnant or thinking … may not have symptoms, but infection of the fetus early in pregnancy can result in miscarriage, poor growth, early …

Seniors falls can be prevented

… arthritis, heart disease, incontinence or acute infection Changes in mental alertness due to depression, delirium, … risk of falling and maintain independence. 1. Keep your body active: Not only does regular physical activity help … 3. Make your home safer There are simple and inexpensive changes you can make to your home to reduce your risk of …