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… be prevented with immunization. Getting immunized protects your health and prevents the spread of disease between you … polio vaccine is recommended for all health care workers. Most adults will have completed a primary series of polio … series. Due to immunization, polio has been eliminated in most parts of the world. In 1994, Canada was certified as a …
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… travel to tropical and developing countries. Speak with your health care provider or travel clinic staff for advice … and water-disinfectant tablets Medication recommended by your health care provider for a fever Comfortable, … pants, and use insect repellant on all exposed skin. The most effective insect repellants contain a product called …
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… getting lost. How can I prepare for the wilderness? Whether your activity is during the summer or winter, on land or … essentials and know how to use them: Flashlight Fire-making kit Signalling device (i.e. whistle) Extra food and … and pants especially at dawn or dusk when mosquitoes are most active. If you have any concerns about an insect bite, …
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… or working in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least 6 to 8 weeks before you leave on a trip. Most travel vaccines are not covered by the provincial … the vaccine? Reactions are usually mild and temporary. The most common reactions are stomach pain, diarrhea, nausea and …
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… baby, during pregnancy or birth What are the symptoms? Most people who have HCV feel well, have no symptoms and may … HCV and still become infected again in the future. The most common symptoms of acute HCV may include: Fever … antibody test means that you have or had hepatitis C. If your antibody test is positive, you need a ribonucleic acid …
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… You don’t need to take them the next morning, but they are most effective the sooner you take them. One ECP contains a … plastic device wrapped in copper. It is inserted into your uterus (via your vagina) by your health care provider. … within 7 days of unprotected sex, a copper IUD is the most effective form of emergency contraception available. As …
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… virus (HBV). What are the symptoms? After the virus enters your body, it may take weeks to months to develop symptoms … school-age and high-risk adult immunization programs. Most chronic (long term) HBV infections occur in people who … to learn how to prevent the spread of HBV. If infected, most adults will clear the virus within 6 months and recover …
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… young children. According to Health Canada, manganese is most easily absorbed in the body through drinking water. … is intended to protect all Canadians. It is based on the most vulnerable/sensitive population (e.g. infants and young … way to know if you have high levels of manganese is to test your water. The water supplier or well owner is responsible …
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… always treat them as potentially infectious. If you prick yourself with a used needle, hold the affected limb down low … and soap. If you are splashed with blood or body fluids and your skin has an open wound, healing sore, or scratch, wash … medications should be started as soon as possible, and are most effective if started within 2 hours of exposure. You …
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… Sometimes pinkeye can be a more serious infection. Visit your health care provider if symptoms of pinkeye get worse. Your health care provider will know if anything is wrong and may prescribe antibiotic eye drops or ointment. When your child has pinkeye, your health care provider can tell …
