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Human papillomavirus HPV vaccines

… of age who are: HIV positive Two-Spirit, transgender or non-binary Males who have sex with males, including those … less than 1 in a million, of a life-threatening allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. This may include …

Iron in Foods

… meat, fish and poultry, and is easily absorbed by your body Non-heme iron is found in eggs and plant-based foods such as … is not absorbed as well by your body You can absorb more non-heme iron from foods by eating them at the same time as … (2 ½ oz) 0.9 Salmon or turkey 75 g (2 ½ oz) 0.5 Foods with non-heme iron Serving Iron (mg) Infant cereal with added …

Insect repellents and DEET

… or breastfeeding women may wish to consider the use of non-chemical methods as a first line of defense. What are … for proper use are listed on each product label. Non-DEET products include repellents with p-menthane-3, … old. It should not be applied more than twice a day. Other non-DEET products that contain soybean oil or picaridin are …

Genital herpes

… have three different outbreak types: Primary first outbreak Non-primary first outbreak Recurrent outbreak A primary … outbreak is generally worse than future outbreaks. A non-primary first outbreak is when someone who already has … you are in a warm shower or bath Do not use medicated or non-medicated ointments or creams, unless they are …

Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… fish low in mercury, such as salmon, trout and mackerel Non-heme iron: This type is not as easily absorbed. It’s … iron absorption You can help your child absorb more non-heme iron from eggs and plant-based iron sources by …

Heat-related illness

… If you must work or exercise, drink 2 to 4 glasses of non-alcoholic fluids each hour. Rest breaks are important … bath Wearing a damp shirt or towel Drinking plenty of cool, non-alcoholic fluids Resting If your symptoms are not mild, …

Radon in homes and other dwellings

… exposure. Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers and the second leading cause among smokers. You … to high levels of radon and you smoke or used to smoke. For non-smokers, the risk is one in 20. Because lung cancer … information, visit: Take Action on Radon https://takeactiononradon.ca BC Centre for Disease Control, Environmental …

Residential hot tubs and pools Safe water quality

… Pool suppliers can provide chemicals that will do a non-chlorine shock treatment. The use of non‑chlorine shock treatment can be effective. However, it …

Rabies immune globulin and vaccine

… where the immunization was given. Fever, skin reactions and allergic reactions (hives or swelling) may also occur. Some … less than 1 in a million, of a life-threatening allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. This may include … the rabies vaccine and have had a life threatening allergic reaction to a previous dose of rabies vaccine or …

Water fluoridation facts

… up to 35 percent less tooth decay than those who drink non-fluoridated water. By using fluoridated water, children …