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… by HIV. Having HIV does not mean that you have AIDS. How can I get HIV? HIV is found in body fluids, such as … with HIV can pass it to her baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or while breastfeeding (breastfeeding is not … within 6 weeks. In very rare circumstances, it can take up to 3 months to develop antibodies to HIV following …
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… neglect can happen to older adults? Abuse and neglect can take many forms including physical, emotional, financial, … of dignity and self-worth. Emotional abuse is often used to control an older person Financial abuse is the most common … Line (SAIL) to receive guidance about your concern. How can abuse and neglect be prevented? There is no law in …
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… Your care provider will then review the findings with you. How is the prenatal ultrasound done? There are 2 ways to do … you book your ultrasound, you will receive instructions on how to prepare for your appointment. For example, you may be … baby and try to see if there are any growth concerns or birth defects. The shape and size of your baby’s physical …
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… can be hard to detect. Mild hearing loss is sometimes mistaken for other concerns, and it may cause a child to appear … measles, mumps or encephalitis Some infections present at birth such as cytomegalovirus (CMV), toxoplasmosis or … my child’s hearing? Often hearing loss is not preventable. However, you can help protect your child’s hearing by having …
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… There is no specific treatment, medication or cure however, many of the symptoms and complications of HPS can … buildings, and working on construction, utility and pest control. Workers and homeowners can be exposed in crawl … mice or their droppings before becoming ill. You should take precautions even if you do not see the deer mice or …
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… radon gas becomes diluted with air and poses little risk. However, radon gas can build up inside homes and other … For non-smokers, the risk is one in 20. Because lung cancer takes time (years) to develop, the risk of developing lung … of radon testing devices, visit the BC Centre for Disease Control …
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… mean? Remain in your home and avoid contact with others Take your medicines as directed, eat healthy foods and get … or hairdresser) until after your home isolation has ended How long will I need to be on home isolation? The length of … including information about BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) TB clinics, visit …
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… people who are infected with WNV get better, but it may take several weeks or months to recover fully. There is no … and transmit the virus. Some of these are present in B.C. However, the number of mosquitos infected with WNV in B.C. … basis. For more information BC Centre for Disease Control: West Nile Virus (WNV) …
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… you will know when your child needs to see an eye doctor. How developed is my child’s vision? Babies can see at birth, but they have to learn to use their eyes. They have to learn how to focus, track objects and use both eyes together. …
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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 are 2 … The doctor or triage nurse can make sure that you are taken into a closed area for an examination and attend the …
