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… of menstrual blood, open sores, cuts or wounds, or bodily fluid containing blood Other less common ways HCV is spread … hepatitis A, hepatitis B, pneumococcal disease and influenza. If you have HCV, you receive these vaccines for … for more information: HealthLinkBC File #12d Inactivated influenza (flu) vaccine HealthLinkBC File #25a Hepatitis B …
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… a very low risk of spreading the virus through other bodily fluids, such as semen or vaginal fluids, HCV is more likely to spread if blood is present in those fluids. If you are living with HCV, you can reduce the …
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… eat more vegetables in the spring and summer). You get the flu and are unable to eat solid foods for a few days. You …
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… In its early stages, Japanese encephalitis is similar to a flu-like illness. Symptoms may include headache, fever, …
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… well-calibrated tympanic thermometers). Several factors influence the ability of NCITs to detect fever accurately, … perspiration Positioning on forehead Exposure to cold or hot weather before temperature measurement Follow … or extra clothing as long as the child does not become too cold or shiver. Shivering can cause the body's temperature …
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… therapeutic diets and texture modifications, like thickened fluids and minced or pureed food Can you maintain a safe … This is particularly important during extreme hot or cold weather Do they have behaviours that put them at risk …
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… There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns, … Measles , also known as red measles, causes fever, rash, cold-like symptoms and red, inflamed eyes that can be …
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… There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns … or by kissing. Varicella can also be spread by contact with fluid from the chickenpox or shingles blisters. Measles , also known as red measles, causes fever, rash, cold-like symptoms and red, inflamed eyes that can be …
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… Acute exposure may cause tiredness, headaches, nausea, flu-like symptoms, dizziness, impaired vision and confusion … form more toxic compounds when burned Inspect furnace and flues, and repair cracks and damaged parts. Open the flue when using your fireplace. Do not let a fire within a …
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… with hantavirus. What are the symptoms? HPS begins as a “flu-like” illness. In the early stage of the disease, you … vomiting shortness of breath If the disease gets worse, fluid builds up in your lungs, making it harder to breathe. …
