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… HIV testing in pregnancy Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … A person with HIV can pass the virus to their baby during pregnancy, childbirth or while breast/chest feeding. Because … . If you have had blood tests during your pregnancy, ask your health care provider …
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… Radon in homes and other dwellings Last updated September 23, 2024 … poses little risk. However, radon gas can build up inside homes and other buildings and pose a hazard to your health. … long-term (3 months to a year) and short-term (2 to 7 days) tests. Long-term testing is recommended to provide …
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… Home isolation for Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October … throat), your health care provider may ask you to stay in home isolation. Home isolation means you avoid contact with … home. The duration of treatment and results of your sputum tests will help your health care provider decide when you …
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… Pregnancy and dental health Last updated July 1, 2021 … Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is dental health during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of your teeth and gums during pregnancy for the following reasons: Hormonal changes during …
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… Pregnancy and alcohol use Last updated July 1, 2021 … Document Vietnamese What are the risks of drinking during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you and your … There is no known safe amount of alcohol at any stage of pregnancy. It is safest not to drink at all when you are …
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… Home canning - How to avoid botulism Last updated February … One teaspoonful is enough to kill 100,000 people. Improper home canning creates the perfect environment to grow … To avoid botulism, use extreme care when canning at home. There are different methods of canning for high-acid …
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… HIV and HIV tests Last updated June 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number … is lower) a mother with HIV can pass it to her baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or while breastfeeding (breastfeeding … to HIV following infection. What are the types of HIV tests? Currently there are two ways to test for HIV. One of …
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… determine if there is a problem with the water. What if the tests show possible contamination? If contamination is …
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… Hearing tests for infants and children Last updated October 1, 2022 … What will a hearing screening be like for my baby? Hearing tests are important for newborn babies and families because … hearing screening may happen in the hospital before you go home or in your community soon after birth. Most babies born …
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… the sputum bottles, ask your health care provider. What tests will be done on my sputum? 2 tests will be done on your sputum: Smear Culture For the … result means. When will I get the results from my sputum tests? Smear test results are usually ready within a day to …
