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Japanese encephalitis vaccine

… in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider or visit a travel clinic at least 6 to 8 weeks … Malaria prevention . If your child will be travelling for a long period of time, talk to your health care provider about … Japanese encephalitis vaccine in Canada before you leave. A long period of time is over 1 month during high risk season …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… rodents. Mouse droppings are approximately 6 mm (1/4 inch) long and oval shaped. Roof rat droppings are about 13 mm … effective at first, are expensive and do not have long-term success at eliminating rodents. Can I use poison to get … in the area Read and follow the directions on the label carefully Set bait in areas where there is no access to …

Radon in homes and other dwellings

… my health and what is my risk? Exposure to radon over the long-term can cause lung cancer. About 16% of lung cancer deaths … decay per second. Indoors, radon can be measured using both long-term (3 months to a year) and short-term (2 to 7 days) …

Rabies immune globulin and vaccine

… Rabies immune globulin (RabIg) provides immediate, short-term protection against the virus that causes rabies. RabIg … such as bacteria and viruses. Rabies vaccine provides long lasting protection against infection from the rabies … under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, see …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… find out if you have PID, you must be examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? PID … as contraceptive sponges or diaphragms in the vagina too long. Bacteria can thrive and then spread from the vagina to … The potential complications from PID can include: Long lasting pelvic pain Trouble getting pregnant …

Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time

… pregnancy (all methods) Gender-affirming/transition care (the Pill) Acne control (some methods) Preventing heavy … during menstruation (IUDs) Other uses Talk to your health care provider about which method is right for you. Does … medications. Speak to your health care provider about how long you should use a barrier method, even after you stop …

Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine

… including: Adults 65 years and older Residents of long-term care and assisted living facilities The vaccine is also free …

Nitrate in well water

… increase the amount of nitrate in it. Therefore, be extra careful if you are boiling water to prepare infant formula. …

Scabies

… members, sexual partners and people in facilities such as care homes. You can spread mites to other people before and after you develop symptoms and for as long as you remain untreated. Although less common, scabies … and skin rashes have many causes, only your health care provider can confirm if you have scabies. What if I …

Indoor air quality Volatile organic compounds VOCs

… as natural gas, wood and kerosene Tobacco products Personal care products such as perfume and hair spray Candles and … Damage to the liver, kidneys or central nervous system Long-term exposure may also cause damage to the liver, kidneys, …