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Emergency contraception EC

… inserted into your uterus (via your vagina) by your health care provider. When inserted within 7 days of unprotected … hours of taking the progestin-only ECP, contact your health care provider because you may need to take another dose. If … periods If you choose to have an IUD inserted, your health care provider will discuss this with you. Can anyone use …

Clostridium difficile C difficile

… cause of infectious diarrhea in hospitals and health care facilities. C. diff infections may lead to serious … if you eat or drink something that is contaminated. Healthcare workers, staff and visitors can spread the infection to … water are not available. If you are admitted to a health care facility and develop symptoms, such as diarrhea, that …

Pinkeye conjunctivitis

… pinkeye can be a more serious infection. Visit your health care provider if symptoms of pinkeye get worse. Your health care provider will know if anything is wrong and may … drops or ointment. When your child has pinkeye, your health care provider can tell you if your child can return to …

Yellow fever vaccine

… with a public health unit, a travel clinic, or your health care provider at least 6 to 8 weeks before you travel. Most … you may need to get the vaccine. Talk to your health care provider or travel clinic for more information. For a … documentation on official letterhead from your health care provider or a Certificate of Medical Contraindication …

Pneumococcal conjugate PCV 13 vaccine

… your child’s routine immunizations. Speak with your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the PCV … after their last dose of PCV 13. Speak with your health care provider for more information. It is important to keep … under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, see …

Health Risks in the Wilderness

… not attempt to feed or touch any wild animals. Take special care to avoid contact with any animal that appears to be … any wounds thoroughly with water and speak with your health care provider. You may need the tetanus vaccine. Rabies is a … Report direct physical contact with a bat to your health care provider or local health unit immediately. Treatment …

Travelling with children

… tropical and developing countries. Speak with your health care provider or travel clinic staff for advice before … tablets Medication recommended by your health care provider for a fever Comfortable, closed-toe shoes, and … their routine immunizations through their regular health care provider. Visit a travel clinic at least 6 to 8 weeks …

Hepatitis B infant vaccine

… of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the … under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, see … tongue or lips. Should this reaction occur, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment …

Polio vaccine IPV

… in an area of the world where polio still occurs and health care workers, including laboratory workers, who may be … under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye Syndrome, see … tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment …

Bacterial vaginosis BV

… find out if you have BV, you must be examined by a health care provider. Lab tests of your vaginal fluid may be done. Your health care provider may screen you for BV if you are pregnant, or … without medication. When you have symptoms, your health care provider may prescribe treatment, so the infection does …