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… Plasmodium species. These tiny parasites can get into your bloodstream and multiply after a bite by an infected … and your family from mosquito bites by doing the following: Wear light-coloured clothing, long sleeve shirts, … traveller (#41g) Japanese encephalitis vaccine (#41h) Yellow fever vaccine (#41i) Typhoid vaccine (#41j) Traveller’s …
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… of membranes; amniotic fluid infection; late miscarriage; low-birth-weight infant; or inflammation of the inside of …
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… For more information about pertussis vaccines see the following: HealthLinkBC File #18c Tetanus, diphtheria, … spread of infection and the length of illness. People at high risk of serious illness who are in close contact with … home treatment? After seeing a health care provider, the following home treatment tips may help you to be more …
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… pregnancy are at much greater risk of hospitalization following infection with influenza virus. In Canada, thousands … you get sick with influenza, treating symptoms can help. Follow the self-care advice below: Get plenty of rest and stay … care provider if you have a condition that puts you at higher risk of complications and you develop influenza-like …
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… appear on the arms and may spread to the chest, back and thighs. The rash may fade away and then come back or get … developing baby. The disease can also be spread through blood or blood products. If you have fifth disease, you will … only work against infections caused by bacteria. The following home treatment tips may help you to be more …
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… The MMR vaccine is also provided free of charge to the following people: Infants aged 6 to 11 months who will be … by fever (about 1 child in 3,000), a temporary drop in the blood cells that help prevent bleeding (about 1 person in … encephalitis from measles is about 1 in 1,000 which is much higher than from the vaccine. It is important to stay in the …
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… know if you are immune to rubella, you will be offered a blood test for rubella immunity as part of your prenatal … have been exposed to rubella and are not immune will need blood tests to determine if they have been infected. What … home treatment? After seeing a health care provider, the following home treatment tips may help you to be more …
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… include: Change in amount and/or colour (often whitish-yellow, frothy) fluid from the vagina Itching, burning, redness … with a low birth weight. It is also associated with a higher chance of getting and passing HIV, other STIs and an … on to your partner(s). The more partners you have, the higher your chances of getting exposed to STIs. Talk about …
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… In the early stage of the disease, you may have the following symptoms: fever sore muscles headaches nausea … put me at risk? Certain activities may put you at a higher risk of getting infected with HPS, such as cleaning … habitats. The chance of being exposed to hantavirus is higher if you work, play, or live in closed spaces where …
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… who are naturally curious and like to explore, are at high risk of burns and scalds. The most common cause of … and splints that have to be worn for up to two years following the injury Prominent, raised scars Tight scarred skin … risk factors: Age: Younger children (0-4 years) are at higher risk than older children (5+ years) Gender: Burns and …
