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Gonorrhea

… To find out if you have gonorrhea, you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? … It is important to follow your treatment instructions carefully. If you were given pills finish all of them. … problems later. If this happens, talk with your health care provider who will help you to decide if you or your …

Chlamydia

… To find out if you have chlamydia, you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? … It is important to follow the treatment instructions carefully. If you were given pills, finish all of them. … problems later. If this happens, talk with your health care provider who will help you to decide if you or your …

Q fever

… In these cases, they will need to consult with their health care provider. Complications from this disease are rare. … and visitors to animal auctions Meat packers, rendering plant workers, hide and wool handlers Hunters and trappers Animal researchers and support staff Workers who care for pets and livestock such as veterinary staff and zoo …

Newborn blood spot card screening

… affects the nerves that control muscle movement. Babies and children with SMA may have difficulty with swallowing, … taken. The blood sample is sent to the laboratory at BC Children’s hospital for testing. The same blood sample is …

Toxic shock syndrome

… cup or after a surgery or skin injury, contact your health care provider immediately. What should I do if I think I … have TSS? Toxic shock syndrome requires immediate emergency care in a hospital. Call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest … cup, remove the tampon or menstrual cup and see your health care provider right away. Inform them that you were using a …

Toxoplasmosis

… with Toxoplasma Receiving an infected organ transplant or blood transfusion - this is very rare Pregnancy and … on the brain), seizures or mental disabilities. Your health care provider may test you for Toxoplasma . Treatment of an … water in their community should consult with their health care provider about whether they should be treating their …

Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol

… that is rich in soluble fibre, nuts, soy protein and plant sterols. Canada's Food Guide and the Mediterranean … Speak with a dietitian, pharmacist or your health care provider to learn more. Eat more nuts All nuts such as … very few products are available. Speak to your health care provider or pharmacist to see if plant sterol …

Rabies

… reduces the chance of any type of infection Seek medical care from your health care provider or local public health unit right away After … virus, contact your local public health unit or health care provider, no matter how long since you were exposed. …

Syphilis

… 1 year How to get tested for syphilis Visit your health care provider to get any syphilis symptoms, like sore(s) or rashes, tested. Your health care provider may give you a referral for lab work to get … time of delivery. If you are pregnant, speak to your health care provider about your risk of getting STIs, including …

Shaken baby syndrome SBS

… crying. Shaken baby injuries often occur when a parent or caregiver gets frustrated, angry or upset because they are … are angry or overwhelmed by the crying. Talk to others who care for your baby such as babysitters, relatives and friends about how to safely care for your baby. Make sure they understand that it is …