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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are head lice? Head lice are tiny, sesame seed-sized, greyish-brown, wingless insects … to share hats, combs, hair accessories or hairbrushes. If your child has long hair, tie it up or put it in a braid. …
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… Caring for seniors in long-term care in an emergency Last updated August 24, 2023 HealthLink … is important to consider the needs of seniors in long-term care when planning for, or responding to emergencies. How are … emergency preparedness and planning at the facility where your family member lives, you may ask: What is the …
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… bumps on the skin’s surface. These can spread easily but are not harmful. What are the symptoms? A molluscum infection begins as tiny … considered when cryotherapy and curettage do not work. If you have symptoms or questions, contact your health care …
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… of antibodies taken from donated human blood. Antibodies are proteins that a person’s immune system makes to fight … Canada. Is tetanus immune globulin safe? Yes. TIg is prepared from donated human blood that is tested for safety. All … who received TIg. Who should get tetanus immune globulin? Your health care provider may give you TIg if you have a …
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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Travel vaccines are recommended for people visiting or working in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least … (ETEC). These bacteria are found in the bowel movements (stool) of infected people. People who use the bathroom …
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… what my sexual health status is? Routine testing will tell you if you have a sexually transmitted infection (STI) like … the chances of passing the STI on to your partner(s) You are less likely to develop complications like pelvic … your knees apart or standing with one foot raised on a stool Squeeze the small ring between the thumb and middle …
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… community, or in institutional settings. Those who abuse are most often family members such as a person’s spouse or children, but they can also include friends and caregivers. What types of abuse or neglect can happen to … to help them with sleep, anxiety or other concerns. If you or someone you know is, or has been abused, you can seek …
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… B antibodies taken from donated human blood. Antibodies are proteins that a person’s immune system makes to fight … received HBIg. Who should get hepatitis B immune globulin? You should get one dose of HBIg if you have been exposed to … loss of appetite, abdominal pain, dark urine, pale stools and jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes). Many …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all … travelling to countries where there is measles disease or are known to have been in contact with someone with measles. … and 4 to 6 years of age) Women of child-bearing age who are not immune to rubella Older children and adults who have …
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… but has no taste. It can also stain laundry. What are the health concerns from drinking water with too much … of manganese may harm brain development in infants and young children. According to Health Canada, manganese is … Your water supplier will know if manganese levels are too high for humans to drink, and tell you if this is …
