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Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… that is caused by a virus called hantavirus. This rare disease was first identified in the southwestern United … Is there a treatment? There is no specific treatment, medication or cure however, many of the symptoms and complications of HPS can be treated. Most patients are admitted to …

Grade 9 immunizations in BC

… are the best way to protect your child against many diseases and their complications. When you get your child immunized, you help protect … sick, up to 15 will die, even if treated. Permanent complications include brain damage, deafness and loss of limbs. …

Pasteurized and raw milk

… risks of drinking raw milk? According to a US Centre for Disease Control and Prevention study, the rate of outbreaks … of milk has eliminated large outbreaks of milk borne disease in Canada. However, outbreaks arising from raw milk … pregnant women, seniors, and people with certain chronic diseases are more vulnerable to infection and have higher …

Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution

… including particulate matter, are monitored at fixed locations throughout B.C. They are reported online as hourly … about current air quality. It is also used to communicate forecasts of air quality for the next 36 hours. The … include: Increased risk of developing heart and lung diseases, diabetes and dementia Adverse birth outcomes such …

Sputum testing for Tuberculosis TB

… Vietnamese What is Tuberculosis (TB)? TB is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when a person with untreated TB disease of the lungs coughs, sneezes, sings or talks. TB … for TB bacteria is the best way to find out if you have TB disease. If you are taking medicine for TB, testing your …

Preventing sexually transmitted infections STIs

… on to your partner(s) You are less likely to develop complications like pelvic inflammatory disease and infertility from STIs, or immune system failure … https://smartsexresource.com/sexual-health/partners-communication/talking-to-your-partners . What are some important …

Chickenpox varicella vaccine

… all vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a lifetime. Immunization has saved more lives … is the best way to protect against chickenpox and its complications. When you get your child immunized, you help protect … those with weakened immune systems is more severe. Complications from chickenpox include pneumonia (lung infection), …

Bacterial vaginosis BV

… risk factors such as: early delivery or pregnancy complications linked to infection, such as premature rupture of … necessary. The condition usually goes away without medication. When you have symptoms, your health care provider … into the fallopian tubes and cause Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), a more serious illness. For more information …

Outdoor air quality Sulphur dioxide SO2

… including sulphur dioxide, are monitored at fixed locations throughout B.C. They are reported online as hourly … about current air quality. It is also used to communicate forecasts of air quality for the next 36 hours. The … People with asthma or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) are at greater risk. Young children and older …

Polio vaccine IPV

… way to protect against polio, a serious and sometimes fatal disease. When you get immunized, you help protect others as … safe. It is much safer to get the vaccine than to get polio disease. Common reactions to the vaccine may include fever, … with your health care provider. What is polio? Polio is a disease caused by infection with the polio virus. While most …