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Pubic lice

… the most common symptom of pubic lice. If pubic lice get on your eyelashes, the edges of your eyelids may be crusted. You may see lice and their eggs … from the lice can cause a rash or small bluish spots on your skin. The spots may last for some time, even after all …

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… of breath If the disease gets worse, fluid builds up in your lungs, making it harder to breathe. In North America, … mouse, or by mouse bites. You cannot catch the disease from your domestic pet. In North America, there is no evidence … rodents in and around the home. Keep mice out of your home and learn how to clean up safely. Follow the …

Lead paint and hazards

… on doors, windows, stairs and railings can expose you and your family to health risks. Before you begin renovations, … in order to minimize the health risks to you and your family. What are the health hazards of lead exposure? … items from the area. Cover objects that cannot be moved, including the floor, with heavy plastic, and seal with tape. …

Pregnancy and folic acid folate Preventing neural tube defects

… is folate important for my baby? Folate lowers the risk of your unborn baby having a neural tube defect (NTD). The … of folic acid. After becoming pregnant: Continue to take your multivitamin every day during your pregnancy and for 4 … also very high in vitamin A. Too much vitamin A may cause birth defects, especially during the first trimester. If you …

Hepatitis C virus

… From a pregnant person to their baby, during pregnancy or birth What are the symptoms? Most people who have HCV feel … antibody test means that you have or had hepatitis C. If your antibody test is positive, you need a ribonucleic acid … the risk for HCV transmission in the last 12 months since your last test Talk to your partner(s) about safer sex and …

Iron in Foods

… Vietnamese Why do I need iron? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin (pronounced … and children need iron for healthy growth and development, including brain development. The amount of iron you need … Liver is high in vitamin A. Too much vitamin A may cause birth defects. **Pacific oysters from British Columbia tend …

Rubella

… woman contracts rubella, she may have a miscarriage or stillbirth. Her baby may be born with severe birth defects, including deafness, eye problems, heart defects, liver, … be offered a blood test for rubella immunity as part of your prenatal care. If you are not immune, you should be …

Sputum testing for Tuberculosis TB

… (or phlegm) is mucus that you cough up from deep inside your lungs. It is usually thick, cloudy and sticky. Sputum … sputum Make sure your first name, last name and date of birth are on the label of the sputum bottles Collect your … care provider. For more information For more information, including information about BC Centre for Disease Control …

Hand foot and mouth disease

… of hand, foot and mouth disease. This can occur if you or your child does not drink enough liquids due to pain from swallowing. Make sure that you or your child drink enough liquids to stay hydrated. Other … who become infected with the virus shortly before they give birth may pass the virus to their baby. Newborn babies …

Mumps

… the rate of miscarriage but has not been shown to cause birth defects. Is there a mumps vaccine? There are 2 … protect you against future exposures to the virus. Check your immunization record to see how many doses of mumps … of mumps vaccine are recommended for protection. Contact your health care provider to find out if you need to be …