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… (HPV) that cause cancers of the anus, cervix, mouth and throat, penis, vagina and vulva as well as genital … Both vaccines protect against 2 types of HPV that cause about 70% of cases of cervical cancer and 80% of cases of anal … vaccine also protects against 2 types of HPV that cause about 90% of cases of genital warts. Who should get the HPV …
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… and between you and your family and friends. What routine immunizations are recommended in B.C.? The vaccines … of pregnancy can cause severe harm to a developing baby; about 9 out of 10 babies will have a birth defect. Babies may … routine immunizations, see the HealthLinkBC Files listed below: HealthLinkBC File #12d Inactivated influenza (flu) …
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… start to grow in number, and they may spread throughout your body. You may or may not feel sick, as how you feel … TB bacteria are sleeping or awake. For more information about TB skin testing, visit HealthLinkBC File #51d … school, work or volunteering. Service locations vary throughout the province. TSTs may be available at your public …
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… been symptom‑free for at least 48 hours. If you have an outdoor pool or hot tub that is exposed to direct sunlight, … ozone because it can cause eye and lung damage. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for your chemicals and … add chemicals to water and not water to chemicals. Follow safety instructions on the product label and safety data …
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… (the tube that carries urine from the bladder). To find out if you have gonorrhea, you need to see a health care … between periods or after sexual intercourse Pain in the lower abdomen Pain during vaginal sex In both men and women, … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …
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… also known as the cervix, and the fallopian tubes. To find out if you have chlamydia, you need to see a health care … between periods or after sexual intercourse Pain in the lower abdomen Pain during vaginal sex Chlamydia infection … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …
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… the baby. You will find useful resources and strategies below to support you when your baby's crying causes feelings … resulting from violently shaking an infant, with or without impact to the head. SBS is also known as Traumatic Head … comfort your baby, skin-to-skin contact is favourable Follow your baby's cues for hunger such as bringing their hands …