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Hearing loss in adults

… what people say Have ringing, hissing or clicking noises in your ear What are the different types of hearing loss? There … loss that was present when you were born due to genetics or other factors or conditions. It can be hereditary (genetic) or it can be the result of other factors or conditions. This hearing loss can be either …

Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… sure my child has enough iron? Introduce iron-rich foods to your baby at around 6 months. This is when your baby’s iron … than 3 cups (750 mL) of cow milk in a day. After age 2, other options include skim, 1% and 2% cow milk and plain … Add water to oats. Let soak for 5 minutes In another bowl, mix flour, infant cereal and baking powder Add …

Human papillomavirus HPV vaccines

… sexual orientation Males who are street-involved Contact your health care provider to get immunized. Unless mentioned … of HPV 90% to 100% of cases of genital warts caused by 2 other types of HPV It is important to have regular cervix … is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with …

Immunization for health care workers in BC

… be prevented with immunization. Getting immunized protects your health and prevents the spread of disease between you … While most polio infections may not result in symptoms, others can result in paralysis and even death. Diphtheria … with heart or lung disorders, weakened immune systems or other chronic medical conditions. Influenza immunization of …

Swimmers itch

… snails and in the blood stream of aquatic mammals, ducks or other waterfowl. During their life cycle, schistosome larvae … there is a chance that one or more larvae will burrow under your skin. Since the larvae cannot survive in humans they … there are certain precautions you can take: Speak with other visitors to the area, local health officers or parks …

Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… wound. It can spread quickly up the affected arm, leg or other body part. This kind of infection can cause gangrene – … touch objects contaminated with them, and then touch your eyes or mucous membranes or put your hands in your … the disease. Injection drug use is the biggest risk factor. Other risk factors include: Skin wounds (burn, trauma, …

Tetanus immune globulin

… who received TIg. Who should get tetanus immune globulin? Your health care provider may give you TIg if you have a … is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with … It is very serious if the breathing muscles are affected. Other symptoms of tetanus may include headache, trouble …

Hepatitis B immune globulin

… Newborns and infants less than 12 months of age whose mothers have hepatitis B Newborns whose mothers are at high risk of infection with hepatitis B, such … who inject drugs or are sex trade workers Depending on your immunization history, you may receive a dose of …

Immune Globulin

… antibodies taken from human blood. Antibodies are proteins your immune system makes to fight germs, such as viruses or … does not have symptoms, they can still spread the virus to others. Most people recover completely with no lasting … damage to the liver. Some older adults or people with other medical conditions may take longer to recover or have …

Reye syndrome

… in children under 6 months of age without first talking to your health care provider. Always use the dosage indicated in the product instructions or as recommended by your health care provider. What are the symptoms of reye … reducing brain swelling, preventing damage to the liver and other organs and monitoring the heart. Most people recover …