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… precautions with their drinking water. Ask your doctor or nurse practioner how weak your immune system is, and whether … weak immune systems should consult with their doctor or nurse practitioner and may need to take extra precautions with …
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… inserted into your uterus (via your vagina) by your health care provider. When inserted within 7 days of unprotected … without a prescription from a: Physician Public health nurse Pharmacy Walk-in clinic Youth clinic Sexual health … emergency. An IUD is available from many doctors, and some clinics. An IUD must be inserted by a health care
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… condoms or washing toys may also pass the virus. During a primary first outbreak, it is possible to pass the virus to … Herpes infections have three different outbreak types: Primary first outbreak Non-primary first outbreak Recurrent … a history of herpes, it is important to inform your health care provider. There are steps that can be taken to help …
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… All ages: Children are very aware of the emotions of their caregivers. Although immunizations may be stressful for you, … where to apply numbing creams or patches, ask your health care provider. Tip #2: Comfort your child at the appointment … distracted during immunizations. Babies: Breastfed babies: Nurse your baby before, during, and after the immunization. …
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… pregnancy (all methods) Gender-affirming/transition care (the Pill) Acne control (some methods) Preventing heavy … during menstruation (IUDs) Other uses Talk to your health care provider about which method is right for you. Does … your health care provider, pharmacist, or public health nurse. For information about sexually transmitted …
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… , nursing stations, some doctor's offices, travel health clinics and pharmacies (for people 4 years of age and … that people born in 1970 or later (1957 for health care workers) get 2 doses of the vaccine. Most people born … under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, see …
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… years and older Residents of any age living in residential care, assisted living or other group facilities Children and … Heart or lung disorders that require regular medical care, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease … and daycare staff of children under 5 years of age Doctors, nurses and others working in health care settings, including …
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… with a public health unit, a travel clinic, or your health care provider at least 6 to 8 weeks before you travel. Most … you may need to get the vaccine. Talk to your health care provider or travel clinic for more information. For a … documentation on official letterhead from your health care provider or a Certificate of Medical Contraindication …
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… testing is important for people to receive early treatment, care and information to manage their disease. This includes … transmitted infections (STIs), speak to your health care provider. How do I get tested? You can get a referral … provider, at a walk-in clinic or by visiting one of the clinics listed in the Smart Sex Resource Clinic Finder: …
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… with a measles outbreak, have yourself examined by a health care provider. It is best to call ahead so that you can be … waiting rooms and emergency rooms. The doctor or triage nurse can make sure that you are taken into a closed area … others What is the home treatment? After seeing a health care provider, the following home treatment tips may help …