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Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… the genital area and may cause serious burning. Is there a vaccine for HPV? There are 2 HPV vaccines available in Canada: Cervarix® and Gardasil®9. Both vaccines protect against infection by HPV types that cause …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Information for family caregivers

… should I do if I see a crime or harmful situation? Call the Seniors Abuse Info Line (SAIL) at 604 437-1940 in the Lower … or to get help, call or visit the following services: Seniors Abuse and Information Line (SAIL), hosted by Seniors First BC, 604 437-1940 in Vancouver or toll-free at …

Facts about chickenpox

… while she is pregnant, and these can be fatal. Is there a vaccine? Yes, the chickenpox vaccine provides protection … or coughing. It can also be spread through contact with the fluid from chickenpox blisters, or the saliva of a person … itchy and begin to look like blisters, filled with clear fluid. After another few days, the fluid becomes cloudy, the …

Travelling with children

… weeks before travel. The travel clinic may recommend travel vaccines depending on where you are going, what you plan to … cholera Typhoid Yellow fever Japanese encephalitis Rabies Influenza (flu) When travelling to an area with measles, infants can …

Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults

… If you increase the amount of fibre you eat, drink enough fluid to keep your bowel movements soft. A type of fibre … or rice beverage Unsweetened tea or coffee Your body needs fluids to function. When you don’t get enough fluids your … Guide https://food-guide.canada.ca/en/ Healthy Eating for Seniors Handbook …

Pasteurized and raw milk

… be found in raw milk. Infants, children, pregnant women, seniors, and people with certain chronic diseases are more …

A better immunization experience for your child

… Spanish Document Vietnamese Prepare for your child's vaccines Vaccines or shots may cause some pain. These tips can lead … tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b (DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib) vaccine (#105) Your baby's …

Giardia infection

Cryptosporidium infection

… People with cryptosporidiosis should drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. What should I do if I become …

Hepatitis B virus infection

… HBV is spread through contact with the blood and other body fluids of someone with HBV infection. Blood, semen and vaginal fluid contain the highest amounts of virus. Transmission can … soon as possible. If you have not completed a hepatitis B vaccine series or have not had HBV infection before, …