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Urethritis

… 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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Cervicitis

… 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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Pubic lice

… 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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Trichomoniasis

… 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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Head lice

… lice, check all family members. What are safe options for treating head lice? There are many different products and ways … than 4 years of age. What options are not recommended for treating head lice? Some methods and products should not be …
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HIV testing in pregnancy

… as possible to improve your own health and help you have a healthy pregnancy and baby. Should I get tested if I am … your HIV status is important information in planning a healthy pregnancy. Both you and your partner should be …
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Indoor air quality

… such as dust mites, pollen and animal dander. Clean heating ducts and change furnace, humidifier and air …
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Allergy safe child care facilities

… of a severe allergic reaction can start within minutes of eating the food that triggers reactions. They will usually … reaction and can save the child’s life. Steps for treating a severe allergic reaction Use the epinephrine … staff wash their hands with soap and water before and after eating. This helps prevent food from getting on toys, …
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Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… of a severe allergic reaction can start within minutes of eating the food that triggers reactions. They will usually … reaction and can save your child’s life. Steps for treating a severe allergic reaction Use the epinephrine … away from home. Help your child avoid their food allergens. Eating even a very small amount can trigger a severe …
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Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease vCJD

… an abnormal prion attacks the brain, killing cells and creating gaps in tissue or sponge-like patches. The vCJD prion … supply. None of the reported cases of vCJD resulted from eating Canadian beef. How does a cow get BSE? The abnormal … between the ages of 45 and 75. CJD is not connected to eating BSE-infected cow parts. For more information For more …