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Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… spread? HPV spreads by skin-to-skin contact. This can be during oral, vaginal or anal sex, or during any other sexual … time in their lives. The more sexual partners you have, the higher the possibility of getting an HPV infection. What are … on to your partner(s). The more partners you have, the higher your chances of getting exposed to STIs. Talk about …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… times with one bite of food Have teary eyes or a runny nose during or after swallowing Have food or liquids coming out … There are no distractions, such as loud talking or TV during meals People are awake and alert during meals People are sitting up straight while eating …

Salmonellosis

… infection that causes diarrhea Wash your hands before, during and after preparing food Thoroughly cook all foods … Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold Wash hands before, during and after food preparation Keep a clean kitchen …

Giardia infection

… to other people in their families. Giardia can also spread during sexual activity when there is contact with feces. … food or drinks prepared with untreated water, especially during international travel Use safe sex practices and try to avoid contact with feces during sexual activity How can Giardia cysts be removed from …

Human papillomavirus HPV vaccines

… to get infected. The more sexual partners you have the higher the risk of being infected with HPV. Males who have sex with males are also at higher risk of HPV infection. What happens when you’re … and 55 will die from the disease 6,000 people will develop high risk changes to the cervix which are precancerous 135 …

Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… of the risks of choking. Babies and young children are at high risk of choking because they: Have less practice …

Travelling with children

… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Children are at higher risk of getting sick from travel to tropical and … by mosquito bites and tiny parasites that get into the bloodstream. The best way to prevent malaria is to avoid … in an area with malaria, the chances of severe illness is higher than the risks of DEET repellant when applied …

Tuberculosis TB skin test

… in the lungs include a cough for 2 to 3 weeks or longer, bloody spit, fever, night sweats, loss of appetite, … general health may mean further TB testing such as a TB blood test, chest x-ray or sputum samples. A chest x-ray is … Interferon Gamma Release Assay (IGRAs) reactive (TB blood test) Previous TB disease or TB infection If you …

Shaken baby syndrome SBS

… are not strong enough to support the weight of their head. During shaking, an infant's head moves back and forth in a … have permanent brain damage. Shaking injuries do not occur during regular interactions. For example, gently bouncing an … 2 to 3 hours. Your baby may want to feed more frequently during growth spurts. Burp your baby after feeding Check …

Chickenpox varicella vaccine

… system weakened by disease or medical treatment Have had a blood transfusion or received other blood products within the past 12 months Have active …