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Pubic lice

… have any signs of a skin infection. Skin infections can be caused by frequent scratching. What should I do with my … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …
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Radon in homes and other dwellings

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Cryptococcal disease C gattii

… also known as cryptococcosis, is a fungal infection caused by the fungus Cryptococcus neoformans or Cryptococcus … gattii (C. gattii) . This document is about the disease caused by C. gattii . Cryptococcus lives on trees and in the …
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Drinking water chlorination facts

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Rabies

… Rabies is a very serious and almost always fatal disease caused by a rabies virus. The virus infects the brain and …
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Harm reduction for families caregivers and friends of people who use substances

… using substances for positive or social benefits, to having problems with substance use, and at the far end of the … reduction: Substance use HealthLinkBC File #118 Naloxone: Treating opioid overdose Image … Harm reduction for families …
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Emergency contraception EC

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Q fever

… after infection include: Rapid onset of fever Chills and sweating Headache Muscle pain Malaise (a general sick feeling) …
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Bacterial vaginosis BV

… STIs will tell you if you have an infection. Finding and treating an STI, (including HIV) reduces the chances of …
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West Nile virus