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… of HPV that cause about 90% of cases of genital warts. Who should get the HPV vaccine? The HPV9 vaccine is provided … dose before they turn 26. The exception is for those that have been given the extension to June 30, 2024; that is … ) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin ® ) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to …
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… are naturally found in the gut (digestive system) and that have become resistant to a group of antibiotics known as … admitted to hospital or had treatment (e.g. dialysis or surgery) in a health care facility outside of Canada, or who … preparing or eating food. People identified as having a CPO should follow these instructions to prevent CPO from …
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… Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria are types of SA that have become resistant to some antibiotics that are used to … special precautions are used to prevent the spread of MRSA. Should I get tested for MRSA? Healthy people do not need to … at higher risk if you have had intensive hospital care or surgery, particularly in hospitals where previous cases of …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why should I quit smoking? There are many reasons to quit … family Be more confident and in control of your own life Have an improved sense of taste and smell Heal faster and have fewer complications after surgery In this HealthLinkBC file, smoking and tobacco use …
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… that flood waters are usually very dirty. Items that have come into contact with flood water should be handled carefully. Flood waters passing over land … authorities have advised that it is safe to do so. You should not live in a flooded home until clean-up is …
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… curious and mobile as they develop Infants and toddlers have thinner skin than adults (the top layer of a child’s … for painful burn treatment, which can require surgery Pressure garments and splints that have to be worn … The hot water temperature at the taps in the bathroom should be set to 49°C to reduce the potential severity of a …
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… Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the rotavirus vaccine? The rotavirus vaccine is … at least 10 days after immunization. Parents and caregivers should wash their hands thoroughly after changing diapers. … than to get a rotavirus infection. Most babies do not have any reactions after they get the rotavirus vaccine. …
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… In B.C., the rabies vaccine is provided free to those who have been exposed to an animal that may have rabies. It is … B or hepatitis C in people who received RabIg. Who should get rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine? If an … vaccine series before being exposed to the rabies virus you should get 2 doses of the vaccine. These doses are given 3 …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why should I get tested? HIV testing is important for people to … as soon as possible to improve your own health and help you have a healthy pregnancy and baby. Should I get tested if I am planning a pregnancy? Knowing …
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… is my child’s vision? Babies can see at birth, but they have to learn to use their eyes. They have to learn how to … addressed during this important time of visual development. Should vision problems be corrected at an early age? Yes, … know of vision concerns in your family, your child's eyes should be examined by an eye doctor (optometrist or …
