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Travel immunizations for adults

… or the flu, is an infection of the nose, throat and lungs caused by the influenza virus. Influenza spreads … permanent liver damage. It is also the main cause of liver cancer, which can be fatal. The vaccine is recommended if …

Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… these affect the genitals. Two types cause 70 per cent of cancers of the cervix, plus some less common cancers of the throat, anus, penis, vagina and vulva. Two … should check all suspicious bumps and lesions. Cervical cancer that is caused by HPV is detected using a Pap test, …

Understanding harm reduction Substance use

… people who use substances to protect their health, by screening for problematic substance use and getting …

Group A streptococcal infections

… bacteria may enter other parts of the body including the lungs, joints, and the membranes around the heart and brain. This can cause infections of the blood, muscles or lungs, and cause severe illness and tissue damage. These … with chickenpox, people with diabetes, chronic heart or lung disease, and people who are dependent on alcohol or …

Sputum testing for Tuberculosis TB

… the air when a person with untreated TB disease of the lungs coughs, sneezes, sings or talks. TB usually affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body like … phlegm) is mucus that you cough up from deep inside your lungs. It is usually thick, cloudy and sticky. Sputum is not …

Grade 6 immunizations in BC

… 6. The vaccine has been shown to protect against various cancers caused by HPV. Your child may be offered other … HPV vaccine? The HPV vaccine provides protection against cancers and genital warts caused by 9 types of HPV. It … 7 types of HPV that cause about 90 percent of cervical cancers and several other cancers such as cancers of the …

Indoor air quality Mould and other biological contaminants

… (131°F) For more information Health Canada - Air Quality BC Lung Foundation - Air Quality or call toll-free1-800-665-LUNG (5864) Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation - Mould … Guide to addressing moisture and mould indoors The Canadian Lung Association – Your Healthy Home Image … Indoor air …

Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… protects against infections of the brain, bloodstream, lungs and ear. It is safe to get the influenza and … other infections. Bacterial pneumonia, an infection of the lungs, is the most common complication from influenza, … also lead to more complications for people who have heart, lung or other health conditions. These complications can …

Vancomycin-resistant enterococci VRE

… While in hospital, visitors will need to follow hospital guidelines to prevent the spread of VRE. This will include …

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

… to your baby. Visit the Canadian Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking guidelines to find out what a standard drink means. The …