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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are Group A streptococcal infections? Group A … and a form of kidney disease called glomerulonephritis. What are the symptoms of GAS infections? Strep throat starts … sharing drinking cups, forks, spoons or cigarettes. What is the treatment for group A streptococcal infection? …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is vaping? Vaping is the act of inhaling and exhaling … page refers specifically to the use of nicotine products. What are the risks of vaping? Vaping can impact your health … the ways your life may improve through quitting vaping and what motivates you to quit. It may be improved physical or …
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… so complications can be worse than in older individuals What are the potential consequences of a burn or scald for … of mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression What increases the risk of burns in young children? Personal … (e.g. grandparents, daycare staff, friends, babysitters) What do I do if my child is burned?* Remove any hot and wet …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are Carbapenemase-producing organisms (CPO)? … rarely cause problems or infections outside of hospitals. What are my chances of getting infected with CPO? If you are … cleaner can also help reduce the spread of bacteria. What steps are taken to prevent the spread of CPO in …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What kinds of alternative tobacco and nicotine products are … information on the safety of vaping than there is for HTPs. What are the risks of using nicotine pouches? Nicotine … the risk of: Heart disease Emphysema Chronic bronchitis What are the risks of using a hookah or water pipe? Many …
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… serving only 1 single family dwelling). If you do not know what type of well you are connected to please contact your … . What do I test my well water for? There are 2 categories of … results and determine if there is a problem with the water. What if the tests show possible contamination? If …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine? Rabies … The 3rd dose is given 21 to 28 days after the 1st dose. What are the benefits of rabies immune globulin and rabies … number. It is important to always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should …
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… when blood is present in the fluid, but the risk is low. What should I do if I come into contact with blood or body … For more information about sexual assault and to learn what support services are available, visit JusticeBC at … iminal-justice/bcs-criminal-justice-system/reporting-a-crime/what-is-a-crime/crime-examples/sexual-assault . If you have …
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… Another term for high blood pressure is hypertension. What dietary changes can help lower blood pressure? Healthy … option. Speak with your health care provider to learn more. What else can I do to lower my blood pressure? If you have … healthy eating goals. Your weight is not just a result of what you eat or how active you are. Many factors including …
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… surface water supplies such as lakes, streams and rivers. What are the health effects of arsenic exposure? Short to … . What amount of arsenic causes health effects? Health Canada … officer for more information on the testing process in B.C. What can I do if there is arsenic in my drinking water? …
