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… the skin reacts to the mites, their eggs or their feces. How is scabies spread? Scabies is usually spread by … scabies before, symptoms usually start within a few days. How do I know I have scabies? The most common sign of … to treat. Medicine used to treat classic scabies may not work. For more information, speak with your health care …
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… bacteria sometimes cause necrotizing fasciitis. However, these bacteria make toxins that destroy body tissue … HealthLinkBC File #106 Group A Streptococcal Infections . How is it spread? Group A streptococcus bacteria spread by … must be carried by blood to the infected site to work. Surgery, combined with antibiotics, is the usual …
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… “high” or “very high”. The AQHI provides advice on how to minimize health risks. To check the current and AQHI … (COPD) People who are pregnant and their unborn children How can I protect my health against particle pollution? … fire (tobacco, candles, incense, woodstoves), move dusty work outside and never idle a car inside a garage or near an …
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… see HealthLinkBC File #44b Chickenpox (Varicella) Vaccine . How is chickenpox spread? The virus is spread through the … to relieve itching. Dress lightly and avoid hot baths and showers. Ask your pharmacist or health care provider about … shingles who feels well does not need to stay away from work or other activities, as long as the rash can be …
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… free to people who have: No spleen or a spleen that is not working properly Sickle cell disease An immune system … and may need an emergency operation to help breathe. How is Hib infection spread? You can spread Hib infection by …
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… cause discomfort and inconvenience to people who live or work outdoors in affected areas. How are these moth populations controlled in B.C.? Many … area, making the spray block appear larger than it is; however, no spraying occurs outside of the delineated …
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… or high blood sugar from poorly controlled diabetes. How is it spread? Vaginal yeast infections are not usually spread during sex. However, if your partner has symptoms, they should also seek … immediately change out of wet clothes, like swimsuits or workout clothes; avoid excessive amounts of high sugar foods …
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… HealthLinkBC File #38e Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder . How much alcohol is risky? There is no known safe amount of … . How can I prepare for prenatal and health care visits? Some … for support such as a friend, partner, or community support worker. Getting early and regular prenatal care is an …
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… may increase the rate of miscarriage but has not been shown to cause birth defects. Is there a mumps vaccine? There … #14e Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella (MMRV) Vaccine . How is mumps spread? Mumps is very contagious and spreads … it to others by: Staying home from school, daycare, work and other group settings for at least 5 days after your …
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… In some cases C. diff infection may cause no symptoms. However, it may also cause symptoms such as: Watery diarrhea … or colon). In rare cases, the infection can cause death. How is C. diff spread? C. diff bacteria and their spores are … you eat or drink something that is contaminated. Healthcare workers, staff and visitors can spread the infection to you …
