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… cervical mucus or the ability of sperm to bind to the egg. However, like any contraceptive method, these pills are not … for people who have a greater body mass index (see How can I tell if the pills worked or not?). It is very … 3 hours Your contraceptive patch fell off You forgot to start, or you forgot to change, the patch for more than 48 …
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… Blindness and deafness Paralysis Behaviour problems Death How can I protect my baby from SBS? If your baby's crying is … your baby such as babysitters, relatives and friends about how to safely care for your baby. Make sure they understand … for babies to cry more and for longer periods of time starting at about 2 weeks of age and continuing until about …
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… good time to quit. The health benefits of quitting smoking start the first day you quit, with increased oxygen in the … attack is the same as that of someone who never smoked. How can I get ready to quit? Planning can help you succeed. … succeed. Tell your friends and family about your goal and how they can best support you. They may talk you through a …
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… offered to all students in grade 6. The vaccine has been shown to protect against various cancers caused by HPV. Your … 6 because: The vaccine works better at a younger age. Preteens make more antibodies after getting the vaccine than … are rare. Over 15 years of vaccine safety monitoring has shown that the HPV vaccine is safe. More than 200 million …
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… become swollen and turn red as the body fights the virus. How does the infection spread? A molluscum infection is … humid climates, but it can be found throughout the world. How is it treated? In healthy people, the bumps will usually … provider, or call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered nurse. How can I reduce my chance of getting a sexually transmitted …
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… not considered a sexually transmitted infection (STI). However, if you are exposed to an STI while you have BV, you are more likely to be infected by that STI. How do I know if I have BV? To find out if you have BV, you … until your next period after completing the antibiotics. How can I reduce my chance of getting a sexually transmitted …
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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 … your diabetes; and wear loose-fitting cotton clothing. How can I reduce my chance of getting a sexually transmitted …
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… is very rare and hospital care is usually not needed. How does the virus spread? Norovirus is found in the vomit … more than 2 or 3 days, or if dehydration is a concern. How can you prevent infection with the virus? There is no … with a freshly made 1:50 solution of bleach and water How to make a 1:50 (1,000 ppm) solution of bleach and water: …
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… pregnancy occur during the first and third trimesters. How can I prepare before I travel? Before you travel, you … safe for most pregnant women up to 36 weeks gestation. However, there is a higher risk for pregnant women to … health care provider about medications that might help. How can I protect myself against malaria? Malaria is spread …
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… The vCJD prion is the same prion found in cows with BSE. How does a person get vCJD? vCJD is not passed from person to person. However, it can be passed from someone with vCJD to others … reported cases of vCJD resulted from eating Canadian beef. How does a cow get BSE? The abnormal prions that cause BSE …
