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… regular hand washing, which can protect you from many infections including Campylobacter . If you have diarrhea or …
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… and those who have had cancer treatment may get serious infections. Young children and the elderly may be at greater … all times. See HealthlinkBC File #56 Preventing water-borne infections for people with weakened immune systems Do not …
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… absorbing nutrients. These types of severe or prolonged infections are rare. How is giardiasis diagnosed and … so you may have to submit more than 1 sample. Some Giardia infections get better without treatment. Your health care …
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… is contaminated with human or animal sewage can also cause infections. E. coli can also be transmitted from a sick …
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… Group A streptococcal infections Last updated March 1, 2013 HealthLink BC File … Spanish Document Vietnamese What are Group A streptococcal infections? Group A Streptococcus bacteria, also known as GAS or strep, can infect anyone at any age. Infections generally result in mild illnesses. The most …
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… 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 08j Sexually Transmitted Infections Series Download PDF Document English Document … of yeast in the vagina. What causes vaginal yeast infections? Vaginal yeast infections can be caused by many factors, some of which …
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… is hepatitis B virus infection? There are very few new HBV infections each year due to B.C.’s routine infant, … adult immunization programs. Most chronic (long term) HBV infections occur in people who were born in countries with … or tissues Do not share razors, toothbrushes, dental floss, nail files or other personal care items or medical devices …
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… parasite does not exist normally in B.C. or Canada. Most infections occur during travel to countries where this …
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… Waterborne infections in British Columbia Last updated November 14, … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are waterborne infections? Waterborne infections are any illnesses caused by drinking water …
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… it is caused by a virus. Antibiotics only work against infections caused by bacteria. The following home treatment … #84 Reye syndrome . Prevent scratching by trimming fingernails, and wear gloves at night to help prevent scratching …
