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Shigellosis

… oral-anal (mouth to anus) contact, getting stool on your fingers and then touching your mouth, or by putting objects in your mouth that may … the washroom, changing diapers, and before handling or eating food. For more information on hand washing, see …

Roseola

… should only last a few minutes, and does not do any harm. Your child’s temperature should return to normal within 3 to … Keep clothing light, just a shirt and shorts or a diaper Treating the fever. Your child should rest in bed until the … Food is less important. If your child is hungry, then eating is fine; but if your child does not have an appetite, …

Quitting smoking

… to quit smoking. For many people, these include: Improve your health and lower your risk of smoking-caused illness, like heart and lung … support to guide your quit. Features include: Creating a personalized online quit plan Motivational support …

Impetigo

… pain, worsening redness, weakness and fever. If you or your child has these symptoms, discuss them with your health care provider. Is impetigo serious? Impetigo is … someone you know has impetigo. It is very important to wash your hands after touching the rash, as impetigo spreads …

Cervicitis

… be treated with antibiotic pills. It is important to follow your treatment instructions carefully. If you were given … have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your partner(s) start the antibiotic treatment. If you or … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …

Vaginal yeast infection

… use of antibiotics; use of corticosteroid; problems with your immune system; use of birth control pills; pregnancy; … yeast infection. See your health care provider before treating yourself if: you are pregnant; you are unsure if your … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …

A decision-making guide for patients diagnosed with cataracts

… slowly and are not likely to cause a sudden change in your vision. You may not need surgery right away. A change in your glasses or the use of a magnifier and extra light may help you see better. Your doctor may advise you that there are benefits from …

Hepatitis B infant vaccine

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese 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 … Canada. The hepatitis B vaccine is provided free as part of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care …

Gonorrhea

… women, the infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and the … protect you from getting it again. If you are treated and your sexual partner(s) are not, the bacteria will be able to … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …

Pubic lice

… the most common symptom of pubic lice. If pubic lice get on your eyelashes, the edges of your eyelids may be crusted. You may see lice and their eggs … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …