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… (PDF 162 KB). If you plan to buy an air cleaning system, make sure you get the …
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… a disinfectant residual is present in the pool. Special care should be taken with ozone because it can cause eye and … store your pool chemicals safely and keep out of reach of children. When pre‑mixing chemicals, always add chemicals to …
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… public must be pasteurized and packaged in a licensed dairy plant. Only vitamins A and D may be added to the milk for … times greater than outbreaks linked to pasteurized milk. Children and younger adults were found to be more affected … sick from pathogens that may be found in raw milk. Infants, children, pregnant women, seniors, and people with certain …
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… if you have cervicitis, you must be examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? The … It is important to follow your treatment instructions carefully. If you were given pills, finish all of them. If … or your partner(s). If this happens, talk with your health care provider who will help you to decide if you need …
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… especially for long periods of time, talk to your health care provider. Your health care provider can request tests if you show symptoms, but … virus (HIV), cancer, or have had organ transplants Have chronic lung disease Smoke How is this disease …
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… be purchased without a prescription. Follow the directions carefully. If you have pubic lice on your eyebrows or … do not use shampoos or lotions to treat them. Instead, carefully apply occlusive ophthalmic ointment (e.g., … more information about treatment, speak with your health care provider. Your sexual partner will need to be treated …
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… highly effective drugs to treat HCV are covered by BC PharmaCare. These drugs have few side effects and are easier to … cured. If you have chronic HCV, you should see your health care provider regularly. During these visits, you may have … liver disease, liver cancer, or the need for a liver transplant. How can I prevent passing HCV on to others? HCV is …
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… find out if you have PID, you must be examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? PID … (IV) antibiotic treatment. You should return to your health care provider 3 to 7 days after starting treatment if … symptoms continue. If symptoms worsen, seek urgent medical care (e.g., to a hospital emergency). Sexual partners from …
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… likely you are to be exposed to an STI. Talk to your health care provider about getting tested for STIs, or go to your … (HPV), can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get these vaccinations. How do I … sex with your partner(s), talk about it with your health care provider or counselor. For tips on how to talk to your …
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… out if you have trichomoniasis, you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. Currently, lab tests … to follow the instructions for taking the treatment carefully and finish all the pills. Sexual partners from the … problems later. If this happens, talk with your health care provider who will help you to decide if you or your …
