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… Document Tigrinya Document Ukrainian Document Vietnamese What are HPV vaccines? The HPV vaccines protect against … sexual orientation Males who are street-involved Contact your health care provider to get immunized. Unless mentioned … ® ) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. For more information on …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib vaccine? This vaccine protects … Canada approved the vaccine. It will be free as part of your child's routine immunizations. Call your health care … Polio can be spread by contact with the bowel movements (stool) of an infected person. This can happen from eating …
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… Molluscum contagiosum Last updated June 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 08i Sexually … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is molluscum contagiosum? Molluscum contagiosum is a … do not work. If you have symptoms or questions, contact your health care provider, or call 8-1-1 to speak with a …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine? Rabies … should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye …
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… Sputum testing for Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 51b … Document Spanish Document Tagalog Document Vietnamese What is Tuberculosis (TB)? TB is a serious disease caused by … (or phlegm) is mucus that you cough up from deep inside your lungs. It is usually thick, cloudy and sticky. Sputum …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is ultraviolet radiation? Ultraviolet (UV) radiation … How damaging is UV radiation? When exposed to UV radiation, your body produces and releases more melanin (a skin … . If you have sun sensitivity due to a medical condition or medication, you can develop a …
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… on doors, windows, stairs and railings can expose you and your family to health risks. Before you begin renovations, … order to minimize the health risks to you and your family. What are the health hazards of lead exposure? Exposure to … Vacuum with a HEPA vacuum cleaner. Wash your hands, face, tools and your personal protective equipment once your work …
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… juices and ciders: A potential health risk Last updated August 21, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 72 Download … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is the difference between pasteurized and unpasteurized … you ill, see a health care provider immediately and notify your local health authority. You can also call 8-1-1 to …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is the live attenuated influenza vaccine? The live … vaccines are usually available beginning in October. For your best protection, get immunized as soon as possible. You … may be at increased risk of serious illness from influenza due to health inequities resulting from colonialism Children …
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… Disinfecting drinking water Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 49b Download … water to make it safe. However, you may need to disinfect your own drinking water, or find an alternate source such as … the water is questionable You have a weakened immune system What is the best way to disinfect water? Boiling water is …
