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… is a viral infection that affects the outer layer of the skin. The virus causes small, smooth bumps on the skin’s surface. These can spread easily but are not harmful. … is spread by touching, scratching or rubbing infected skin, including through sexual contact. If the virus is …

Insect repellents and DEET

… to keep biting insects, such as mosquitoes, away from your skin and clothing. Some repellents are also helpful against … by discouraging insects from landing on and biting your skin. Insect repellent should be used when you are outdoors … getting wet, or if the repellant is rubbed off your skin. How can I properly use insect repellents? Tips for …

Toilet learning

… themselves on the toilet or potty? Is your child is staying dry for several hours? Can your child follow simple 1 or 2 … them at night for a long time after they routinely stay dry. Others are so sure of themselves that they refuse to …

Toxic shock syndrome

… . Staphylococcus aureus are found in the nose or on the skin of up to 30 per cent of people. They are also found in … usually not harmful, and only cause mild nose, throat or skin infections. In some cases, SA infections can result in … toxins may enter your bloodstream through a wound to the skin, including a surgical wound. TSS can also occur in …

Group A streptococcal infections

… is strep throat. Other types of common infections include skin and wound infections, ear and sinus infections, and … the throat and, in children, abdominal pain. Impetigo is a skin infection and common in children. The bacteria get into … GAS infection. Symptoms include fever and redness of the skin, shock due to low blood pressure, diarrhea, vomiting, …

Arsenic in drinking water

… and burning in hands and feet. Arsenic can also cause skin changes, which include skin darkening as well as wart-like or corn-like growths. … hands or bottoms of the feet. Other symptoms can include skin flushing and rashes. As children tend to drink more …

Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… sexual health exam. How is HPV spread? HPV spreads by skin-to-skin contact. This can be during oral, vaginal or anal sex, or during any other sexual activity in which skin-to-skin contact takes place. How common is HPV …

Numbing Creams and Patches for Immunizations

… ease the feeling of pain by blocking pain receptors in the skin. Numbing creams and patches can be purchased from your … visit because the product needs time to numb the skin once it is applied. The time needed to numb the skin may vary from 30 to 60 minutes after it is applied. Be …

Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

Molluscum contagiosum