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… Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time Last updated September 1, 2023 … contraception? Hormonal contraception methods include: Oral contraceptive pills (the Pill) The patch (Evra®) … right for you. Does hormonal contraception affect my other medications? Hormonal contraception can make some …
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… is the vaccine given? The typhoid vaccine is either given orally (given by mouth) or injected (given by needle). Oral Typhoid Vaccine Oral Typhoid Vaccine is given as a series of doses in …
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… Plans and epinephrine auto-injectors on all trips What is oral allergy syndrome? Many people with tree or grass pollen … to certain raw fruits and vegetables. This is called Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS) or pollen food allergy syndrome. …
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… Under the armpit (axillary method) In the mouth (oral method) In the ear (tympanic method) In the rectum/bum … and the thermometer could break. Over the forehead (temporal artery method) Non-contact infrared thermometers … measurements than other thermometers (for example, oral and rectal thermometers, well-calibrated tympanic …
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… spread of germs . How do I prevent traveller's diarrhea? An oral vaccine to help protect against traveller’s diarrhea … and the elderly, dehydration from diarrhea is a concern. Oral rehydration salts (ORS) should be considered. Oral … greasy food and dairy products. Medication A number of medications may be recommended for treatment of traveller's …
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… heart disease) Poor dental health may affect the general oral health of your developing baby. Research shows there … and your baby healthy. Are x-rays, local anesthetics and medications safe? Dental x-rays and local anesthetics for …
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… illness, like heart and lung diseases, throat and oral cancer, and emphysema Improve your finances by saving … include Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), prescription medications and counselling. 4. Build your support network … helps many people cope with this. NRT or prescription medications can also help you manage withdrawal symptoms. 7. …
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… in drinking water prevents dental cavities and improves oral health. Fluoride is added to water in a process called … is a safe, effective and low-cost way to improve oral health for everyone. Studies show that children who … expect to have less tooth decay or other cavity-related oral health problems. Is fluoridation safe? Yes. Fluoride …
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… sexual contact can spread Shigella bacteria. This includes: oral-anal (mouth to anus) contact, getting stool on your … in untreated water Sexual contact Do not have unprotected oral-anal contact, especially if your partner has symptoms … Use a dam, plastic wrap or cut open a condom when having oral-anal sexual contact Right after sex, thoroughly wash …
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… are given 2 doses of the vaccine to take at home by mouth (orally). A booster dose may be required every 3 months. … over 6 years of age are given 2 doses of vaccine to take orally at home. A booster dose may be required every 2 … 2 to 6 years of age are given 3 doses of vaccine to take orally at home. A booster dose may be required every 6 …