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Living well with hepatitis C virus

… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the symptoms of hepatitis C virus (HCV)? Most people who have HCV feel well, will have no symptoms and may not know they have HCV. They may not know … to the virus. Some people may have a brief illness with symptoms appearing around 6 weeks after they have been …

Pinkeye conjunctivitis

… File is about pinkeye from an infection. What are the symptoms? Pinkeye usually makes the whites of the eyes turn … more serious infection. Visit your health care provider if symptoms of pinkeye get worse. Your health care provider … Throw away all eye make-up that was used when the symptoms first started. Once the infection has gone, make …

Young children and their vision

… 4 years of age. By recognizing vision concerns and their symptoms early on, you will know when your child needs to … of any concerns, between age 6 to 12 months. What signs and symptoms should I watch for? Your child should see your … provider or eye doctor if you notice any of these signs or symptoms: Red, itchy, watery eyes discharge Squinting or …

Waterborne infections in British Columbia

… or directly from other people or animals. What are the symptoms of waterborne infections? Many people who get infected with a waterborne infection will have no symptoms at all, and probably will not know they have been … as possible if: You are very sick and unable to manage Your symptoms do not go away within a few days You have a …

Pubic lice

… well as avoid sharing their clothes or towels. What are the symptoms? Itching is the most common symptom of pubic lice. … an infection. Some people can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of …

Petting zoo and open farm visits

… Q fever, psittacosis, toxoplasmosis and worms. What are the symptoms? Possible symptoms include: Fever Diarrhea or bloody diarrhea Stomach … Bloating Gas If you or your child experience any of these symptoms after visiting a petting zoo or open farm, see your …

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… of people report being ill with hantavirus. What are the symptoms? HPS begins as a “flu-like” illness. In the early stage of the disease, you may have the following symptoms: fever sore muscles headaches nausea vomiting … specific treatment, medication or cure however, many of the symptoms and complications of HPS can be treated. Most …

Tick bites and disease

… to remove the whole tick as soon as possible. What are the symptoms of tick-related diseases? If you have the following symptoms within days or weeks after being bitten by a tick, … health care provider when and where a tick bit you. General symptoms of fever, headache, muscle and joint pains, …

Head lice

… can be part of a family’s hygiene routine. What are the symptoms of head lice? Often people who have head lice will have no symptoms. Symptoms of head lice may include: Crawling or tickling …

Impetigo

… cold sores, insect bites or patches of eczema. What are the symptoms? A child with impetigo will have a skin rash that … redness, weakness and fever. If you or your child has these symptoms, discuss them with your health care provider. Is …