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… updated January 15, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 101b Sexually Transmitted Infections Series Download PDF Document … not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. For more information on Reye … to get infected. The more sexual partners you have the higher the risk of being infected with HPV. Males who have …
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… may have harmful health effects on the intellectual and behavioural development of infants and young children. … and railings can expose you and your family to health risks. Before you begin renovations, consider the following … learning disabilities and behavioural problems in children. High levels of exposure to lead may cause lead poisoning and …
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… for 1 month or more you may need to get the vaccine. The risk of getting the virus depends on the season of travel, … not to travel with an infant or a young child to the high risk areas. If you cannot avoid travel, use protective … you leave. A long period of time is over 1 month during high risk season from July to October, or over 6 months …
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… bacteria live in the intestine of infected persons and are highly infectious. What are the symptoms of shigellosis? The … contaminated food and water, or through certain types of sexual contact. In day care settings Shigella bacteria can … Family members and playmates of infected children are at risk of becoming infected. Contaminated food or water Food …
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… intimate skin-to-skin contact. Anyone who has any kind of sexual activity with another person involving oral, genital … and 55 will die from the disease 6,000 people will develop high risk changes to the cervix which are precancerous 135 people …
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… Last updated December 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 08j Sexually Transmitted Infections Series Download PDF Document … immune system; use of birth control pills; pregnancy; or high blood sugar from poorly controlled diabetes. How is it … swimsuits or workout clothes; avoid excessive amounts of high sugar foods and control your diabetes; and wear …
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… with a person’s blood or body fluids you could be at risk of HIV, hepatitis B or hepatitis C, or other blood … these viruses when blood is present in the fluid, but the risk is low. What should I do if I come into contact with … been bitten, wash the wound with soap and water. If you are sexually assaulted, go to the hospital emergency department …
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… artificial heart valves who get Q fever are at an increased risk of endocarditis, an inflammation of the heart. People … the Q fever bacteria in their flesh and body fluids. The highest numbers of these bacteria are found in tissues … and laboratories housing infected animals. People at higher risk for Q fever include: Farmers, ranchers and farm …
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… Last updated February 1, 2014 HealthLink BC File number 08g Sexually Transmitted Infections Series Download PDF Document … a fish-like odour. While BV is more common in women who are sexually active, it can occur in women who are not sexually … planning to become pregnant, and have a history of certain risk factors such as: early delivery or pregnancy …
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… File #61b Petting Zoo and Open Farm Visits . Who is at higher risk? People at risk of serious problems from some of these … is a concern about rabies Your pet's diet: Feed your pet high-quality pet foods It is best to avoid feeding your pet …
