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… develop chronic HBV infection. Most infants infected at birth will develop chronic infection. People with chronic … and the first dose of the hepatitis B vaccine series at birth. Antiviral medications may be recommended for you … floss, nail files or other personal care items or medical devices that could have tiny amounts of blood on them Keep …
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… measles, mumps or encephalitis Some infections present at birth such as cytomegalovirus (CMV), toxoplasmosis or … syndromes, like Down syndrome, Pendred and Alport Low birth weight – less than 1200 grams (2.65 pounds) Neonatal … (ECMO) treatment as a newborn Very high bilirubin levels at birth that need an exchange transfusion Receiving certain …
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… HIV can pass the virus to their baby during pregnancy, childbirth or while breast/chest feeding. Because of the risk of … might pass the virus to your baby during pregnancy or childbirth. However, this chance is mostly eliminated if you … are living with HIV. What if I am adopting a baby or giving birth outside of Canada? HIV testing during pregnancy is not …
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… and the first dose of the hepatitis B vaccine series at birth. Antiviral medications may also be recommended for you to take before you give birth, to further reduce the risk of passing the virus to … transplants Do not share personal care items or medical devices that could have tiny amounts of blood on them, such …
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… Some babies, such as premature babies and those with low birth weight, are at higher risk of SIDS than others. What … with your health care provider. In the first months after birth, if your baby rolls onto their tummy while sleeping, … baby swing, or bouncer seat because the incline of these devices can cause their airway to become restricted. Keep …
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… numbers of these bacteria are found in tissues involved in birth including the uterus, placenta and birth fluids. Q fever is very infectious and even a small … pasteurized milk and milk products Isolate imported animals Control infected animals Test animals routinely as infected …
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… what is about to happen and ask you for help if necessary Control the urge until they get seated on the potty Do not … Files: HealthLinkBC File #92a Your Child and Play From Birth to 3 Years HealthLinkBC File #92b Your Child’s Development From Birth to 3 Years HealthLinkBC File #92c Your Child’s …
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… so it is not recommended. Look for a water treatment device that is certified by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC). Certification means that a device works as claimed by the manufacturer. *Note: There are currently no devices specifically intended for removing only manganese. …
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… your home How can I get rid of bed bugs? There are physical control and chemical options for treating bed bug infestations. Effective control requires a combination of both treatments. It’s … from a qualified pest management professional. Pest control companies often employ chemical insecticides or …
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… that causes weakness of the legs, backache, loss of bladder control or constipation. To confirm that you have HTLV-1, … also more common in people who are 40 years or older Giving birth or breastfeeding. About one quarter of mothers who are … with HTLV-1 may transmit the virus to their babies at birth or through breastfeeding, especially if they …
