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… contain viruses that can be passed on to other people. If you have contact with a person’s blood or body fluids you … Do not squeeze the wound or soak it in bleach. Wash the area with warm water and soap. If you are splashed with blood or body fluids and your skin has an …
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… some infections. Some of these infections can also affect your developing baby. If you are pregnant and want to travel, you should speak with your health care provider to discuss your travel plans and medical needs. …
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… Your child's feelings Last updated April 1, 2019 HealthLink … language, children feel emotions. They can tell if you are happy and relaxed or tense and upset. They are aware of … that makes success more possible. For example, place a stool in front of the sink so they can wash their own hands, …
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… reproductive organs. TB is curable. In British Columbia, you can get medicines to prevent or cure TB. The medicines are free through Provincial TB Services and public health … is the best way to find out if you have TB disease. If you are taking medicine for TB, testing your sputum is one of …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese If you are going to be travelling, make sure to discuss your travel … with a public health unit, a travel clinic or your health care provider at least 6 to 8 weeks before you travel. This …
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… Vietnamese Is water from my well safe to drink? There are 2 categories of wells for drinking water: those that … wells (those serving only 1 single family dwelling). If you do not know what type of well you are connected to please contact your local health authority. …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Wash your hands often to keep yourself and others healthy. Hand … to turn off the tap and open the door when you leave if you are in a public restroom If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. …
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… Intrauterine device (IUD) (Mirena®, Kyleena™). IUDs are also known as intrauterine contraception (IUC) Vaginal … 1 or 2 hormones similar to estrogen and progestin, which your body produces. It can have many clinical uses … pregnancy (all methods) Gender-affirming/transition care (the Pill) Acne control (some methods) Preventing heavy …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Seniors are a valuable resource in our community. Many can help with … contact an Emergency Management BC regional office in your area: … in disasters and emergencies can be very stressful. You may help or work with very upset people. You may also …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Although there are more than 20 types of rodents in British Columbia, only … and wires. They eat a variety of foods, including food you might have stored in your cupboards or pantry. If you … get a foodborne illness. Diseases can also be spread if you are bitten by a rodent, or if you are exposed to areas that …
