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… another cause is identified. How can I reduce my chance of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice … (N-9).It can irritate tissue and may increase the chance of getting an STI Get vaccinated Vaccines can prevent some … changed sexual partners, or have multiple sex partners, getting regular tests for STIs will tell you if you have an …
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… likely to get sick? People who have a greater chance of getting sick include: People with weakened immune systems, … Immune Systems . Although the risk is relatively low of getting Toxoplasmosis through drinking water, this disease … can be located and controlled. How can I keep from getting a waterborne infection? Do not drink water directly …
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… for 7 days to kill the lice. How can I reduce my chance of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice … changed sexual partners, or have multiple sex partners, getting regularly tested for STIs will tell you if you have … will enable them to make decisions about their health and getting tested. For more information For more information on …
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… is a rare complication of strep throat. Who is at risk of getting group A streptococcal infection? Household members … nose secretions of an infected person are at higher risk of getting infected. However, most infections occur from …
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… and the northern United States. Who has a higher risk of getting swimmer’s itch? Young children who wade and splash … bodies may be at higher risk because: They are constantly getting wet without thoroughly drying off They usually play … 3 tablespoons of baking soda in the water Take colloidal oatmeal baths Apply cool compresses Avoid scratching. If you …
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… HIV) A healthy lifestyle, such as a good diet, getting enough sleep and rest, exercise, and reducing stress … in some people. How can I lower my chance of passing or getting herpes? Condoms offer good protection, but do not … on safer sex and how you can reduce your chance of getting an STI see HealthLinkBC File #08o Preventing …
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… nipple or areola is cracked or bleeding. How can I prevent getting or passing HCV? There is no vaccine available for … you should stop alcohol use and take steps to avoid getting other infections that could affect the liver (for …
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… How can I reduce the risk of getting infected from cleaning up vomit or diarrhea? If you … vomit or diarrhea, follow these tips to reduce the risk of getting infected: Wear disposable gloves. Reusable rubber …
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… jelly. This does not work and may increase the chance of getting an infection. What to do with the tick once it is … of in your household garbage once dead. How do I avoid getting bitten by a tick? You can help protect yourself and …
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… us of the hazards of drinking raw milk. Who is at risk of getting sick? Anyone can get sick from pathogens that may be … are more vulnerable to infection and have higher risk of getting sick from drinking raw milk due to having weaker or …
