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Gonorrhea

… skin, eye and joint problems. It is also associated with a higher chance of getting or passing HIV. What is the … are being treated with antibiotics, it is important to keep using your birth control as you normally would. If you have … on to your partner(s). The more partners you have, the higher your chances of getting exposed to STIs. Talk about …

Chlamydia

… skin, eye and joint problems. It is also associated with a higher chance of getting HIV. In women, complications may … are being treated with antibiotics, it is important to keep using your birth control as you normally would. If you have … on to your partner(s). The more partners you have, the higher your chances of getting exposed to STIs. Talk about …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, external (“male”) and … (when sores are present). Important things to remember when using condoms: Check the condom package for damage. Do not … on to your partner(s). The more partners you have, the higher your chances of getting exposed to STIs. Talk about …

Bacterial vaginosis BV

… sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safe sex by using a condom When used as directed, male and female … or HPV), and syphilis. Important things to remember when using condoms: Check the condom package for damage and to … lotion, or baby oil can weaken and destroy latex. Avoid using spermicides containing nonoxynol-9 (N-9). It irritates …

West Nile virus

… who have one of these more serious illnesses may also have high fever, severe headache, confusion and weakness. In very … sure you and your clothing do not contact the bird, its blood, or other body fluids or feces Dispose of the bird …

Health Risks in the Wilderness

… to disinfect it. Water boils at a lower temperature at higher elevations Filtering the water through a mechanical … any wounds thoroughly with soap and water under moderate pressure for at least 15 minutes. Report direct physical … that can bite or burrow part way into your skin and draw blood out before dropping off. They can carry and spread …

Roseola

… has a fever and their temperature rises suddenly, sometimes higher than 39.5°C (103°F). The rapid rise in temperature … fever goes away and the rash appears. If your child has a high fever and no other symptoms, you can call 8-1-1 to … department. If your child seems to become sicker, has a high fever, a stiff neck, or is extremely sleepy, listless …

Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution

… level of health risk is provided on a scale of 1 to 10 or higher. The health risk is also labeled “low”, “moderate”, “high” or “very high”. The AQHI provides advice on how to … get deeper into your lungs and may even get into your bloodstream. Fine particles that have a diameter less than …

Cyclospora infection cyclosporiasis

… been linked to eating contaminated, imported fresh produce. High-risk foods include leafy green vegetables, fresh peas, … it is recommended to eat cooked or locally sourced high-risk foods like leafy green vegetables (such as …

Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… my child? Iron is a mineral that’s used to help make red blood cells and carry oxygen to all parts of the body. … time as: Meat, poultry, fish or shellfish Foods that are high in vitamin C. This includes vegetables and fruits such …