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Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… from the body, so it is important that you do not have any oral, vaginal or anal sex until after you and your … A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get … and genital warts (#101a) Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines (#101b) … Pelvic inflammatory disease PID …

Contact with blood or body fluids Protecting against infection

… the ways described above, you may need treatment (such as a vaccine or medication) as soon as possible to protect … from hepatitis B disease, you may be given a hepatitis B vaccine and hepatitis B immune globulin. Hepatitis B immune … the infection to others: Do not have sex (vaginal, oral or rectal). If you have sex, use a male or female …

Bacterial vaginosis BV

… of many STIs, including HIV, during vaginal, anal and oral sex. Condoms are less effective at protecting against … A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get … and genital warts (#101a) Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines (#101b) … Bacterial vaginosis BV …

Pubic lice

… prevent the spread of many STIs during vaginal, anal and oral sex. Condoms are less effective at protecting against … A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get … and genital warts (#101a) Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines (#101b) … Pubic lice …

Allergy safe adult care facilities

… Plans and epinephrine auto-injectors on all trips What is oral allergy syndrome? Many people with tree or grass pollen … to certain raw fruits and vegetables. This is called Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS) or pollen food allergy syndrome. …

How to take a temperature Children and adults

… Under the armpit (axillary method) In the mouth (oral method) In the ear (tympanic method) In the rectum/bum … and the thermometer could break. Over the forehead (temporal artery method) Non-contact infrared thermometers … measurements than other thermometers (for example, oral and rectal thermometers, well-calibrated tympanic …

Influenza flu immunization Myths and facts

… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Influenza vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay … can cause serious illness and even death. The influenza vaccines available in B.C. are either inactivated or live attenuated vaccines. The inactivated influenza vaccine is made of …

The benefits of immunizing your child

… Document Vietnamese Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are free. Call your local public health unit or … to make an appointment. Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all the vaccines on time, your …

Immunization for health care workers in BC

… What routine immunizations are recommended in B.C.? The vaccines recommended for health care workers are diphtheria … tetanus, and polio Polio: Primary immunization with polio vaccine is recommended for all health care workers. Most adults will have completed a primary series of polio vaccine as children. If you think that you have not received …

A better immunization experience for your child

… Spanish Document Vietnamese Prepare for your child's vaccines Vaccines or shots may cause some pain. These tips can lead … children over 2 years of age should be informed about the vaccine shortly before the clinic visit or appointment. For …