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Trichomoniasis

… that carries urine from the bladder). To find out if you have trichomoniasis, you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. Currently, lab tests can only find … of getting and passing HIV, other STIs and an increased risk for pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). See HealthLinkBC …

Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… a food as harmful. Some children with food allergy are at risk of having a severe allergic reaction. A severe allergic … Children and teens at risk of a severe allergic reaction should also see a pediatric allergist. If your child is at … some differences in their symptoms each time they have an allergic reaction. The most dangerous symptoms …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… sexually transmitted can also cause PID. To 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 is most often caused by … the hospital for intravenous (IV) antibiotic treatment. You should return to your health care provider 3 to 7 days after …

Gonorrhea

… that carries urine from the bladder). To find out if you have gonorrhea, you need to see a health care provider and … 6 months after treatment. If you are pregnant and/or breastfeeding, you should have a follow-up test 3 to 4 weeks after completing …

Cervicitis

… creams can also cause cervicitis. To find out if you have cervicitis, you must be examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? The sexually transmitted … If the infection is sexually transmitted, sexual partners should be tested and treated. It takes time for the …

Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… It’s also when your baby needs more than just human milk (breast milk) or infant formula to meet their growing … Offer iron-rich foods every day Your baby’s first foods should be rich in iron. Offer your baby iron-rich foods: At … guidelines for offering cow milk Cow milk can increase the risk of iron deficiency if it’s introduced too early. You …

Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… of an infected person. The infected person may or may not have symptoms. When an infected person coughs or sneezes, … cups, forks, spoons or cigarettes. Those at highest risk of getting it from an infected person are: People … not had chickenpox or the chickenpox (varicella) vaccine should get the vaccine. For information about the chickenpox …

Indoor air quality Volatile organic compounds VOCs

… central nervous system. Some VOCs are suspected of causing cancer and some have been shown to cause cancer in humans. Most people are not affected by short-term …

Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… care to babies and young children must be aware of the risks of choking. Babies and young children are at high risk … them to cough the object or food out. However, you should take the child to the emergency room right away to … feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69k) Breastfeeding or chestfeeding (#70) … Preventing choking in …

Lunches to go

… hot dogs, and pepperoni sticks has been linked to a higher risk of colorectal cancer. Lunch ideas Finger foods Hummus with cut-up veggies … feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69k) Breastfeeding or chestfeeding (#70) … Lunches to go …