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… vaginal, anal and oral sex. Condoms are less effective at protecting against STIs transmitted by skin-to-skin contact, … as hepatitis A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV). Talk to your health care provider about how to get these vaccinations. Know your sexual health status If you have recently changed …
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… should only last a few minutes, and does not do any harm. Your child’s temperature should return to normal within 3 to 5 days. About 24 hours after your child’s fever has gone away, the roseola rash develops. … with roseola can spread the disease to others. What is the home treatment for roseola? Caring for your child may …
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… useful resources and strategies below to support you when your baby's crying causes feelings of frustration or … interactions. For example, gently bouncing an infant on your knee, sudden stops in a car, or going over bumps in a … problems Death How can I protect my baby from SBS? If your baby's crying is frustrating or making you angry, take …
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… disease? Infection occurs when you breathe TB bacteria into your lungs and your body's defences stop the bacteria from growing and … care provider will ask you to wear a mask and stay at home to decrease the risk of spreading the disease. This is …
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… drinking water. Wildfire smoke can have a harmful effect on your body. Drinking lots of water helps reduce inflammation … . For information about protecting your community from wildfire, read FireSmart's … . For water and food safety information when you return home after a wildfire, read Recover after a wildfire …
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… vaccine is approved by Health Canada and is free as part of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency …
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… is approved by Health Canada and is provided free. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. In early … bites, burns or scrapes, it is recommended that you see your health care provider immediately for treatment. This is … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency …
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… common ingredients used to manufacture the chlorine used in your drinking water. Why is chlorine added to drinking … reason they all get the generic labeling of “chlorine.” Your water supplier chooses the product used in your … water travels through the distribution system to your home through a network of pipes. In some cases, pipes can …
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… other health measure. Vaccines are the best way to protect your child against many diseases and their complications. When you get your child immunized, you help protect others as well. The … and Tdap vaccine are offered to all students in grade 9. Your child may be offered other vaccines if they have not …
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… who received TIg. Who should get tetanus immune globulin? Your health care provider may give you TIg if you have a … and have had less than 3 doses of a tetanus vaccine or your immunization history is unknown. TIg is recommended for … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye …