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Pregnancy and dental health

… during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of your teeth and gums during pregnancy for the following … can affect your gums, causing them to bleed, become more sensitive, swollen and red. This is called "pregnancy … gingivitis" or gum disease Gingivitis can lead to more serious periodontal (gum and bone) disease. This can …

Preventing sexually transmitted infections STIs

… what my sexual health status is? Routine testing will tell you if you have a sexually transmitted infection (STI) like … the genitals, the mouth (oral) or the rectum (anal). The more partners you have, the more likely you are to be exposed to an STI. Talk to your …

Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… found less often on the mouth or in the throat. Out of the more than 100 types of HPV, about 40 of these affect the … that occur in the genital area. It is possible to have more than 1 type of HPV infection at the same time. For an … at some time in their lives. The more sexual partners you have, the higher the possibility of getting an HPV …

Home isolation for Tuberculosis TB

… Document Spanish Document Tagalog Document Vietnamese If you have untreated TB disease that can spread from person to … through Provincial TB Services and public health units. For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File #51a Tuberculosis … TB. These laws are part of the B.C. Public Health Act. For more information, visit …

Rubella

… and to others that need protection against rubella. For more information, see: HealthLinkBC File #14a Measles, … vaccine What if I am planning on getting pregnant? If you are a woman of childbearing age, make sure you are … spread the virus to others from 7 days before to 7 days or more after the rash first appears. If you have rubella, you …

Cryptosporidium infection

… is a parasite that infects the intestines. When you get sick from the infection the illness is called … is difficult to detect so you may have to submit more than 1 sample. Your health care provider will decide if … be supervised by an adult when washing their hands. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Although there are more than 20 types of rodents in British Columbia, only 3 … and wires. They eat a variety of foods, including food you might have stored in your cupboards or pantry. If you … the wild deer mouse. HPS has not been associated with the more common indoor mice. For more information visit …

Indoor air quality

… ventilation is limited. Knowing possible causes will help you improve the quality of the air you breathe indoors. What … can cause infections and allergic symptoms. For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File #65b Indoor air … indoor air quality, even with the windows closed. For more information, visit: HealthLinkBC File #65c Indoor air …

Prenatal ultrasound

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Your health care provider may request that you have one or more ultrasound scans during your pregnancy. These prenatal … tube defect. Please talk to your health care provider to learn more about your prenatal genetic screening options. …

Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution

… have different sizes. Smaller particles have been linked to more health effects because they can remain in the air longer, get deeper into your lungs and may even get into your bloodstream. Fine … and avoid strenuous activities. The harder you breathe, the more particles you inhale If you must go outdoors, consider …