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… and the membranes around the heart and brain. This can cause infections of the blood, muscles or lungs, and cause … and people who are dependent on alcohol or inject illicit drugs. TSS can also be caused by Staphylococcus aureus … body tissue or limb. The original site of infection on your body may be a minor wound or injury such as a small …
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… they are carrying SA bacteria. When these bacteria are in your nose or on the surface of your skin, they will not … if SA bacteria get into or through your skin, they can cause a variety of infections, such as skin and wound … where previous cases of MRSA have been reported. Injection drug users and people with long-term illnesses are also at …
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… Water fluoridation facts Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 28 Download PDF Document English … water suppliers should make the test results available to users and the public. If you have a private/domestic well, … occurring element, high concentrations may be bad for your health. Fluoride is recommended to prevent tooth decay …
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… Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 51a Download PDF Document English … What is Tuberculosis (TB)? TB is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air. TB … disease? Infection occurs when you breathe TB bacteria into your lungs and your body's defences stop the bacteria from …
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… Tuberculosis (TB) skin test Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 51d Download PDF Document English … is Tuberculosis? Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when … a TST to see if you have ever been exposed to TB. It tells your health care provider if your body has “seen” the …
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… Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol Last updated … Vietnamese Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in your blood. There are two main types: HDL (high density … palm oils. To eat more healthy fats and less saturated fat: Use olive, soybean and canola oils instead of butter, lard …
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… Well water testing Last updated June 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 05b Download PDF Document English … know what type of well you are connected to please contact your local health authority. If you own a well that supplies … that only supplies water to one connection (eg. a private household) you are responsible for testing your water to …
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… Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure Last updated … is pushing too hard against artery walls. This can damage your arteries over time and increase your risk of heart … using ingredients that have little to no added sodium Use the Nutrition Facts table to help you choose foods lower …
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… Prenatal ultrasound Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 116 Download PDF Document English … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Your health care provider may request that you have one or … by your physician, midwife or nurse practitioner. It uses sound waves to produce a live image of your baby in the …
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… testing for Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 51b Download PDF Document English … What is Tuberculosis (TB)? TB is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when … (or phlegm) is mucus that you cough up from deep inside your lungs. It is usually thick, cloudy and sticky. Sputum …
