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… File #49b Disinfecting Drinking Water . Should I worry about asbestos? If you must remove building materials such … particularly if goods are stored in these spaces. What about septic systems and waste disposal? Flooding can …
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… in a spot that reduces glare or use soft lighting What about wearing sunglasses and other types of protection? …
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… one type of HSV in their lifetime. While herpes is very common, it also carries a lot of stigma that can lead to anxiety, fear and misinformation about herpes. For many people, herpes is a minor skin … wrapped in a clean cloth, to sores Drink plenty of fluids to keep urine diluted (to decrease the pain when …
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… may contact public health authorities if there is a concern about rabies Your pet's diet: Feed your pet high-quality pet …
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… or Cryptococcus gattii (C. gattii) . This document is about the disease caused by C. gattii . Cryptococcus lives … test for Cryptococcus infection in a blood, lung or spinal fluid sample. Is there a treatment available? Yes. Treatment … you can decrease your risk by quitting smoking. There is no vaccine to prevent cryptococcal disease. Where is this …
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… can spread serious diseases to people. Which diseases are commonly spread from animals to people? While disease is … You can get sick if you come into contact with the bodily fluids or feces of an infected animal. Disease may spread … unit to get more information on health and safety. Ask questions such as: Are hand washing facilities available? Do …
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… sometimes a rash on the body. These symptoms generally last about 1 week, but they can last for several weeks or months. … several weeks or months to recover fully. There is no human vaccine for WNV at this time. Where is West Nile virus … clothing do not contact the bird, its blood, or other body fluids or feces Dispose of the bird according to local …
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… or rectum when a sore or rash is present Exchange of bodily fluids, such as blood, semen or vaginal fluid Sharing sex … Secondary stage The secondary stage usually starts about 14 to 90 days after getting infected. In this stage, a … and genital warts (#101a) Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines (#101b) … Syphilis …
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… Acute exposure may cause tiredness, headaches, nausea, flu-like symptoms, dizziness, impaired vision and confusion … meets your needs. For more information For more information about indoor air quality and your health, visit: Health … Combustion Gases in Your Home – Things You Should Know About Combustion Spillage …
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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 … your lungs, making it harder to breathe. In North America, about 1 out of 3 people with HPS have died. Is there a … health unit or WorkSafe BC can provide more information about mask operation, use and limitations. For more …
