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… or patches. The information in this HealthLinkBC File shows you where to put numbing creams and patches for infants, … #50e A Better Immunization Experience for your Child . What are numbing creams and patches? Numbing creams or patches … pharmacy. You do not need a prescription from your health care provider to buy them. How do I use numbing creams and …
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… Adults 65 years and older Residents of long-term care and assisted living facilities The vaccine is also free … transplant, or a cochlear (inner ear) implant, or those who are waiting for one A stem cell transplant Diabetes, cystic … for people with certain medical conditions. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need a second …
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… over 100 types of viruses that can infect the penis, vulva (area outside of the vagina) or anus, and the linings of the … other types of HPV cause most cases of genital warts, which are flat or cauliflower-like bumps that occur in the genital … at some time in their lives. The more sexual partners you have, the higher the possibility of getting an HPV …
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… is heat-related illness? Too much heat can be harmful to your health. Heat-related illness is the result of your body … a life-threatening medical emergency. The effects of heat are made worse if you do not drink enough fluids to stay … is unable to properly cool itself. This occurs when you are overexposed to heat or during intense physical activity …
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… BC File number 65b Download PDF Document English What are biological contaminants? Biological contaminants are living things or produced by living things. They include … earth, cover it with plastic If there is high humidity in your home that cannot otherwise be controlled, use a …
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… Download PDF Document English What is a bed bug? Bed bugs are small, quick-moving, wingless insects with flat, oval … not live on their hosts, they only visit them to feed. They are most active at night. Bed bugs prefer locations where … mental health impacts, such as anxiety and insomnia. If you are concerned about your physical or mental health …
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… play, much of our exposure to UV rays occurs before we are 18 years of age. By the time we are adults, many of us … children from sunburns and too much sun exposure, you can significantly reduce their risk of developing skin … having a tan means that your skin has been damaged already by UV radiation Teach children to be “sun-smart” and …
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… Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat Last updated June 27, … normal. Extreme heat happens when the heat and humidity are much higher than we would expect during a normal summer … Heat can build up indoors when the outdoor temperatures are high. Exposure to indoor heat over 31C for long periods …
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… Sometimes there is no obvious skin wound or injury. What are the symptoms of the disease? Most often there is sudden … Fever may also occur. The pain is often far greater than you would expect from the wound or injury. The pain can … One of these is group A streptococcus. These bacteria are found on the skin or in the nose and throat of healthy …
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… up to 5 days before and 5 days after the rash appears. They are most contagious from the day before and for the first … chickenpox, children with the illness should not attend daycare or school until 5 days after the rash first appears or … for a person to get sick after exposure to the virus. If your child is exposed to chickenpox, watch for signs of the …
