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Vaginal yeast infection

… such as herpes simplex, genital warts (human papillomavirus (HPV)), and syphilis (when sores are present). … Some STIs, such as hepatitis A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your … on how to talk to your partner(s), visit the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) Smart Sex Resource …
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Pregnancy and folic acid folate Preventing neural tube defects

… gastrointestinal conditions such as Crohn's or Celiac disease, gastric bypass surgery, advanced liver disease or receive kidney dialysis You struggle with drug or …
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Travellers diarrhea and cholera vaccine

… are also found in the stool of infected people and the disease is spread in the same way. In addition, cholera … can live in the water of certain coastal areas, and the disease can be spread by eating raw or undercooked seafood …
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Fibre and Your Health

… foods can lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and colon cancer. Insoluble fibre can help keep … feeding (any age) / 29 g g = gram People with intestinal diseases may not be able to eat large amounts of fibre, or …
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Managing constipation with diet adults

… disorders, underactive thyroid, diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, celiac disease and depression When should I see a health care …
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Reye syndrome

… Vietnamese What is reye syndrome? Reye syndrome is a rare disease that mainly affects children and teenagers. It often …
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Pubic lice

… such as herpes simplex, genital warts (human papillomavirus (HPV)), and syphilis (when sores are present). … Some STIs, such as hepatitis A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your … on how to talk to your partner(s), visit the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) Smart Sex Resource …
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Seniors falls can be prevented

… example, osteoporosis, the effects of a stroke, Parkinson’s disease, arthritis, heart disease, incontinence or acute infection Changes in mental …
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Heat-related illness

… People who have chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, or respiratory disease People who have mental illnesses such as …
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Radon in homes and other dwellings

… suppliers of radon testing devices, visit the BC Centre for Disease Control … Action on Radon https://takeactiononradon.ca BC Centre for Disease Control, Environmental Health Services …