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Molluscum contagiosum

… the centre of the lesion or bump. Medication – the use of oral medications and creams to treat molluscum is rare, and … prevent the spread of many STIs during vaginal, anal and oral sex. Condoms are less effective at protecting against …
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The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… tobacco smoke or vapour is a mix of smoke or vapour released by burning or heating tobacco or vaping liquid. …
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A better immunization experience for your child

… given 1-2 minutes before a medical procedure, causes the release of natural pain reducing chemicals in the brain. You …
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Trichomoniasis

… from the body, so it is important that you do not have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your … prevent the spread of many STIs during vaginal, anal and oral sex. Condoms are less effective at protecting against …
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Travel immunizations for adults

… with feces. There are 2 types of typhoid vaccine - oral (by mouth) and injection (by needle). The oral vaccine is a series of capsules you take at home. The …
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Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… from the body, so it is important that you do not have any oral, vaginal or anal sex until after you and your … prevent the spread of many STIs during vaginal, anal and oral sex. Condoms are less effective at protecting against …
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Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… HPV spreads by skin-to-skin contact. This can be during oral, vaginal or anal sex, or during any other sexual … prevent the spread of many STIs during vaginal, anal and oral sex. Condoms are less effective at protecting against …
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Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… liquids Seating position Adapted eating aids and utensils Oral care plans Specific mealtime needs, strategies or … who prepare and serve food follow the person's care plan Oral hygiene is done according to the care plan Food service …
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The pregnant traveller

… to authorize the possession of these materials If taking oral medication or insulin, pack enough supplies for the … vaccines during pregnancy: Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Oral typhoid Varicella Yellow Fever Can I travel by air? Air …
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Tuberculosis TB skin test

… a previously positive TST result Previous Interferon Gamma Release Assay (IGRAs) reactive (TB blood test) Previous TB …