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… may have a brief illness with symptoms around 6 weeks after being infected with HCV. You can clear HCV and still … C virus not spread? Hepatitis C is not passed through breast milk, casual contact such as hugging, kissing, … sharing food or drinks. It is safe for a person with HCV to breast or chestfeed their infant, unless the nipple or …
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… (EC)? Emergency contraception (EC) helps prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or a failed contraceptive. A broken … than 9 weeks pregnant. Surgical abortion typically occurs after 9 weeks of pregnancy. Medical and surgical abortions … Abdominal pain or cramps Headache Dizziness Fatigue Breast or chest tenderness Vaginal spotting or bleeding in …
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… them cool Keep hydrated 0-6 months Offer more feedings of breast/chest milk or formula than usual. Put a towel, sheet … washcloth in the crook of your arm may also be helpful Try breast/chest-feeding while laying down If you are … visit: Baby’s Best Chance (pg. 93) HealthLinkBC File #70 Breastfeeding or chestfeeding For more safety information on …
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… admitted to hospital or had treatment (e.g. dialysis or surgery) in a health care facility outside of Canada, or who … to person is by direct contact if hands are not cleaned after going to the bathroom and before preparing or eating … to others in the home: Wash your hands often, especially after going to the bathroom, after touching infected areas …
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… for painful burn treatment, which can require surgery Pressure garments and splints that have to be worn … scarred skin as the child grows, restricting movement. Surgery is usually required to restore normal function … If the burn is smaller than a loonie (1 inch in diameter), after cooling, apply an antiseptic ointment like Polysporin …
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… Aluminum is found in the air, food and water. It is even in breast milk and infant formula. The amount of aluminum in a … some vaccines can only be grown in human or animal cells. After the virus has been grown, it is separated from the …
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… for your support network to immediately check on you after a disaster. What supplies should I have for an …
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… medications, dental problems or medical treatments like surgery. They can also start because of health conditions … to wheeze, have trouble breathing, or have a hoarse voice after eating or drinking. It can also lead to pneumonia. … when a person is admitted. They will review it regularly afterwards. The health care team works together to develop …
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… at higher risk if you have had intensive hospital care or surgery, particularly in hospitals where previous cases of … Using an alcohol hand rub may prevent the spread of MRSA after touching surfaces with your hands. You do not need to … care products, touching your face, nose or eyes, and after using the toilet. Wash your hands well for at least 20 …
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… of taste and smell Heal faster and have fewer complications after surgery In this HealthLinkBC file, smoking and tobacco use … a smoking-related heart attack decreases by half. 10 years after quitting, your risk of lung cancer decreases by half. …
