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Hepatitis C virus

… liver disease, cirrhosis, liver cancer and even death. How is hepatitis C virus spread? HCV is spread primarily … failure, liver cancer or the need for a liver transplant. How do I know if I have hepatitis C? You can have hepatitis … steps: If possible, keep the wounded area lower than your heart to promote bleeding Wash the area well with soap and …

Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… tend to be worse with a greater risk of complications. How can influenza be prevented? You can reduce the risk of … and sneezing into your shirt sleeve rather than your hands How does influenza spread? Influenza spreads easily from … can also lead to more complications for people who have heart, lung or other health conditions. These complications …

Cryptosporidium infection

… infection in B.C. has decreased in recent years. How can I become infected with Cryptosporidium ? … cramps, nausea, vomiting, mild fever and dehydration. However, you can be infected and have no symptoms. Symptoms … the elderly may be at greater risk of getting dehydrated. How is cryptosporidiosis diagnosed and treated? If you think …

Travellers diarrhea and cholera vaccine

… required if you continue to travel or work in these areas. How is the vaccine given? Traveller’s diarrhea Adults and … last dose. The travel clinic will provide instructions on how to take the vaccine at home. It is important to follow … People infected may have no symptoms or only mild diarrhea. However, others can develop very severe, watery diarrhea and …

Malaria prevention

… untreated, malaria may cause seizures, anemia, jaundice, heart failure, kidney failure, respiratory distress, coma … malaria as children will have some immunity to infection. However, this wears off a few years after moving away from … medication when visiting or returning to at risk areas.y How can I protect myself from malaria? If you travel to an …

Rubella

… severe birth defects, including deafness, eye problems, heart defects, liver, spleen and brain damage. This is … due to routine immunization. Cases still occur in Canada, however, in babies born to women who immigrate to Canada as … has never been found to cause Congenital Rubella Syndrome. How is rubella spread? Rubella is spread by contact with …

Cervicitis

… examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? The sexually transmitted organisms that … I am taking antibiotics? There is very little evidence to show that antibiotics stop hormonal forms of birth control … or speak to your health care provider for more information. How can I reduce my chance of getting a sexually transmitted …

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… There is no specific treatment, medication or cure however, many of the symptoms and complications of HPS can … in a hospital. Some patients may be given anti-viral drugs. How is it spread? In Canada, the virus has been found only … and home building outlets. Your local public health unit or WorkSafe BC can provide more information about mask …

Seniors falls can be prevented

… long-term disability and reduced quality of life. Falls, however, are not a normal part of aging. They are … the effects of a stroke, Parkinson’s disease, arthritis, heart disease, incontinence or acute infection Changes in … or marking on the edges, or building design and maintenance How do I know if I am at risk of falling? The best indicator …

Tuberculosis TB skin test

… in a sleeping state and prevents them from multiplying. How is a TB skin test done? A TST is a two-part test. First …