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… or personal care such as bathing and dressing. They may take on these responsibilities out of love or a sense of … adult now relies on them. Some family members may not know how to provide the care or help needed. They may not … of abuse, people may use physical force or emotional control over the other person. For some spouses in later …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese How do I know what my sexual health status is? Routine … to talk to your partner, visit the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) Smart Sex Resource … these steps: Wash your hands Carefully open the package and take the condom out. Avoid using teeth, scissors or other …
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… but cases have been found in British Columbia and Nunavut. How can I tell if I have HTLV-1? Most people who have the … that causes weakness of the legs, backache, loss of bladder control or constipation. To confirm that you have HTLV-1, … also more common in people who are 40 years or older Giving birth or breastfeeding. About one quarter of mothers who are …
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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 frustrating or making you angry, take a break. Gently place your baby in a safe place, such … you received at the hospital. For mothers that did not give birth at a hospital in British Columbia, you can receive the …
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… the instructions your health care provider gives you. How do I collect my sputum? To collect sputum, follow these … sputum Make sure your first name, last name and date of birth are on the label of the sputum bottles Collect your … Do not touch inside the sputum bottle or inside the cap Take a deep breath. Hold the air for a few seconds. Breathe …
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… are the symptoms? After the virus enters your body, it may take weeks to months to develop symptoms or signs of … of the skin and eyes). Many people who get hepatitis B show no symptoms and may not know they have the disease. How … develop chronic HBV infection. Most infants infected at birth will develop chronic infection. People with chronic …
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… pavement, outdoor metal slides or car doors. Research has shown that exposure to UV radiation can also affect the … significantly reduce their risk of developing skin cancer. How can I protect my child from sun exposure? Try to keep … and replace them if they are out of date. Do I need to take extra precautions to protect my baby from the sun and …
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… fitness Certain medications such as diuretics or water pills and certain psychiatric medications Use of alcohol or other substances Previous heat stroke High humidity How can I prevent heat-related illness? There are many ways … Keep cool. Stay indoors in air-conditioned buildings or take a cool bath or shower. At temperatures above 30°C …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese How can I prevent the spread of hepatitis B virus (HBV)? The … and the first dose of the hepatitis B vaccine series at birth. Antiviral medications may also be recommended for you to take before you give birth, to further reduce the risk of …
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… will die from the infection. Chickenpox can cause birth defects if the mother gets chickenpox while she is … see HealthLinkBC File #44b Chickenpox (Varicella) Vaccine . How is chickenpox spread? The virus is spread through the … rash first appears or the blisters have crusted. It usually takes 2 to 3 weeks for a person to get sick after exposure …
