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… of transmitting it to others. You can greatly reduce your risk of transmitting HIV to others by taking … slow or stop the damage to the immune system. HIV testing guidelines in B.C. recommend that everyone aged 18 to 70 … Although HIV is a life-long infection, you can still live a healthy and productive life. However, getting early and …
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… it can be found throughout the world. How is it treated? In healthy people, the bumps will usually go away on their own … do not work. If you have symptoms or questions, contact your health care provider, or call 8-1-1 to speak with a … 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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… Spanish Document Vietnamese Hearing is important for your child’s social and emotional growth. The ability to … language milestones for my child’s age group? Birth to 3 months old Startles or cries at loud sounds Becomes quiet or … following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #50a Your Baby’s Immune System and Vaccines HealthLinkBC File #50b The …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Wash your hands often to keep yourself and others healthy. Hand washing is the most important thing you can do … as long as they are not visibly dirty. How should I wash my baby’s hands? To properly wash your baby’s hands, follow the …
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… deaths occur due to pertussis, mostly in babies less than 3 months of age who have not been immunized. What is pertussis … as diphtheria, polio and tetanus and are free as part of your child’s routine immunizations. A pertussis vaccine is … with antibiotics. If taken during the early stages of your illness, the antibiotics help reduce the spread of …
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… precautions when handling deteriorating pipes to protect your health against inhaling asbestos that is released into … asbestos in drinking water? BC references Health Canada's Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality as the … water www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/publications/healthy-living/asbestos-drinking-water-infographic-2021.html …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all … as a series of 2 doses. The first dose is given at 12 months of age and the second dose at 4 to 6 years of age. … cause serious complications and birth defects in an unborn baby including deafness, eye problems, heart defects, liver …
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… BC File number 62a Download PDF Document English Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all the vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a … receive the vaccine as a series of 3 doses at 2, 4 and 12 months of age. They receive an extra dose of vaccine at 6 …
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… in the bowel of up to 7% of people without causing illness. Your intestines also normally contain many good bacteria that help you digest food and stay healthy. When antibiotics are taken to treat an illness, … of bacteria. What are the treatments? The first step in treating a C. diff infection is to stop taking the antibiotic …
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… The infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and urethra … If you are pregnant, you may pass the infection to you baby's eyes during childbirth. This may lead to blindness if … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …
