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… contains weakened forms of the measles, mumps and rubella viruses and is approved by Health Canada. It is free as part … rubella? Measles, mumps and rubella are diseases caused by viruses. The viruses are easily spread through the air when … and teens with mumps can have painful swelling of the testicles (about 1 in 4 cases) or ovaries (about 1 in 20 …
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… lead, the paint will have a warning label. How can I test my home? You can check painted surfaces for lead by using a home lead test kit or sending a paint chip sample to a certified …
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… such as herpes simplex, genital warts (human papillomavirus (HPV)), and syphilis (when sores are present). … condoms to prevent STIs.) Get vaccinated Some STIs, such as hepatitis A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be … partners, or have multiple sex partners, getting regularly tested for STIs will tell you if you have an infection. Some …
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… Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines Last updated January 15, 2024 … against infection from certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV) that cause cancers of the anus, cervix, mouth … Vaginal yeast infection (#08j) Chlamydia (#08l) HIV and HIV tests (#08m) Preventing sexually transmitted infections …
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… your child’s immunizations. Possible vaccinations include: Hepatitis A Hepatitis B Meningococcal Travellers’ diarrhea and cholera …
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… a versatile disinfectant that kills many types of bacteria, viruses and parasites (pathogens) that cause water-borne … pump installation, maintenance or repair, or The well has tested positive for coliforms or E. coli For more …
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… into drinking water. These pathogens may include bacteria, viruses or parasites (e.g., Campylobacter , Salmonella, … may be because: The water does not have adequate treatment Tests show the presence of “fecal coliform” or E. Coli … HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #05b Well Water Testing HealthLinkBC File #49f Wildfire: Its Effects on …
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… services Reduce sharing of substance use equipment Reduce hepatitis C and HIV Reduce deaths and harms from drug …
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… ? Cryptosporidium is a parasite that infects the intestines. When you get sick from the infection the illness … poor hygiene, such as child care centers. The risk is greatest for young children who are not yet toilet trained. … weakened immune system. People with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), those who have had an organ or bone marrow …
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… by living things. They include mould, house dust, bacteria, viruses, animal dander, cat saliva, pollen, cockroaches and … for example, can cause allergic reactions. Bacteria and viruses can cause infections. Mould can also cause …
