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Cervicitis

… be treated with antibiotic pills. It is important to follow your treatment instructions carefully. If you were given … have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your partner(s) start the antibiotic treatment. If you or … Oil-based lubricants, such as petroleum jelly, lotion or baby oil, can weaken and destroy latex Water or oil-based …

Pubic lice

… the most common symptom of pubic lice. If pubic lice get on your eyelashes, the edges of your eyelids may be crusted. You may see lice and their eggs … Oil-based lubricants, such as petroleum jelly, lotion, or baby oil can weaken and destroy latex. Water or oil-based …

Urethritis

… have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your partner(s) start the antibiotic treatment. If you or your partner(s) do not finish the treatment, miss pills or … Oil-based lubricants, such as petroleum jelly, lotion or baby oil, can weaken and destroy latex Water or oil-based …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… PID infection Sexual contact Medical procedures that open your cervix such as abortion, dilation & curettage (D&C), or … intravenous (IV) antibiotic treatment. You should return to your health care provider 3 to 7 days after starting … Oil-based lubricants, such as petroleum jelly, lotion or baby oil, can weaken and destroy latex Water or oil-based …

Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… Oil-based lubricants, such as petroleum jelly, lotion or baby oil, can weaken and destroy latex Water or oil-based … as hepatitis A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV). Talk to your health care provider about how to get these vaccinations. Know your sexual health status If you have recently changed …

HIV and HIV tests

… transmission is lower) a mother with HIV can pass it to her baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or while breastfeeding (breastfeeding is not recommended for mothers living … of transmitting it to others. You can greatly reduce your risk of transmitting HIV to others by taking …

Cyclospora infection cyclosporiasis

… with cyclosporiasis. How do I prevent cyclosporiasis? Wash your hands before, during and after preparing food Wash … and Asia into B.C. in the spring and summer will increase your risk of Cyclospora infection To reduce your risk of … provider. Cyclosporiasis is diagnosed by testing a stool sample. Your health care provider may prescribe antibiotics …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… a variety of foods, including food you might have stored in your cupboards or pantry. If you eat food that has been … of the trap toward the wall. When the rodents get used to feeding, set the traps. Make sure the bait is securely … food for a few days prior to baiting, so the rodent starts feeding in the area Read and follow the directions on the …

Understanding harm reduction Substance use

… checking services to learn what may be in an illicit drug sample Options for opioid substitution (agonist) therapies …

Vancomycin-resistant enterococci VRE

… to person is by direct contact, usually with the hands. If your hands become contaminated, the VRE bacteria can enter your body if you put your hands into your mouth or eat something without first …