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… is a rare complication of strep throat. Who is at risk of getting group A streptococcal infection? Household members … nose secretions of an infected person are at higher risk of getting infected. However, most infections occur from …
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… and the northern United States. Who has a higher risk of getting swimmer’s itch? Young children who wade and splash … bodies may be at higher risk because: They are constantly getting wet without thoroughly drying off They usually play … or parks representatives about the water condition before getting in any lake, pond or beach Check for warning signs …
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… HIV) A healthy lifestyle, such as a good diet, getting enough sleep and rest, exercise, and reducing stress … in some people. How can I lower my chance of passing or getting herpes? Condoms offer good protection, but do not … on safer sex and how you can reduce your chance of getting an STI see HealthLinkBC File #08o Preventing …
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… Children’s vision continues to develop as they grow, but issues become more difficult to correct at older ages. This … a full eye exam by kindergarten entry, to ensure any vision issues are addressed during this important time of visual …
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… nipple or areola is cracked or bleeding. How can I prevent getting or passing HCV? There is no vaccine available for … you should stop alcohol use and take steps to avoid getting other infections that could affect the liver (for …
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… How can I reduce the risk of getting infected from cleaning up vomit or diarrhea? If you … vomit or diarrhea, follow these tips to reduce the risk of getting infected: Wear disposable gloves. Reusable rubber …
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… jelly. This does not work and may increase the chance of getting an infection. What to do with the tick once it is … of in your household garbage once dead. How do I avoid getting bitten by a tick? You can help protect yourself and …
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… us of the hazards of drinking raw milk. Who is at risk of getting sick? Anyone can get sick from pathogens that may be … are more vulnerable to infection and have higher risk of getting sick from drinking raw milk due to having weaker or …
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… infections of the blood, urinary tract or other body tissues. What are vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE)? … making and serving the food. What are your chances of getting VRE? If you are healthy and living in the community, … immune systems are suppressed are also at greater risk of getting sick from VRE. Currently in Canada, VRE infections …
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… playing with your baby in a caring and nurturing way will support all aspects of their healthy development. As your … Gently touching or massaging your baby’s arms and legs Getting down on the floor so your baby can see your face Putting you hand under you baby’s chin to support the head until your baby is strong enough to do it …
