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Insect repellents and DEET

… with the virus. It is possible for people, horses and other animals to become infected if they are bitten by a … that DEET poses a risk to pregnant or breastfeeding mothers, or their children. However, pregnant or … registered in Canada that contain active ingredients other than DEET. Instructions for proper use are listed on …

Manganese in drinking water

… infant formula until you get confirmation that it is safe. Other chemicals, such as iron, can cause discolouration. It … If your drinking water exceeds the MAC for manganese, use another source of water. Examples include bottled water for … wish to consider water treatment to reduce levels or find other sources of drinking water over the long term. Your …

Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… than 3 cups (750 mL) of cow milk in a day. After age 2, other options include skim, 1% and 2% cow milk and plain … Add water to oats. Let soak for 5 minutes In another bowl, mix flour, infant cereal and baking powder Add … muffin contains 1.9 mg of iron. This amount will vary if other nut butters are used. Ingredients: 250 mL (1 cup) …

Urethritis

… These cases are seen more in young, sexually active men. Other organisms that are not sexually transmitted can infect … in the urethra – the tube that urine passes through Other than the usual symptoms of urethritis, adults or … need more treatment. Your health care provider may offer other treatments if another cause is identified. How can I …

Newborn blood spot card screening

… of these disorders can cause severe developmental delay, other health problems and even sudden infant death. In B.C., … it picks up oxygen in the lungs and carries it to the other parts of the body. Serious health problems can be … Occasionally, the dried blood spot samples may be used for other purposes after the screening is finished. These …

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… specifically the deer mouse found across North America. Other rodents, such as house mice, roof rats and Norway rats … be exposed when they use infested trail shelters or camp in other deer mouse habitats. The chance of being exposed to … for 10 minutes. Wipe up droppings, nesting materials and other debris with a paper towel and place in a plastic …

Tick bites and disease

… water to keep it alive. Do not use rubbing alcohol or any other liquid. The container with the tick can be stored … disease, it is worth taking steps to avoid being bitten. Other diseases passed on by ticks include relapsing fever, … for any diseases passed on by ticks. Lyme disease and other tick-related diseases can be treated with antibiotics. …

Head lice

… contact. Head lice cannot jump or fly from one person to another. They are most commonly spread through head-to-head contact by crawling from one hair to another. There is a very small chance of head lice spreading … in the household has head lice, there is a good chance other household members do as well. All members of the …

Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… cancers of the throat, anus, penis, vagina and vulva. Two other types of HPV cause most cases of genital warts, which … This can be during oral, vaginal or anal sex, or during any other sexual activity in which skin-to-skin contact takes … of an HPV infection. As a result, they can pass HPV to others without knowing it. What are the risks of HPV …

Human papillomavirus HPV vaccines

… of HPV 90% to 100% of cases of genital warts caused by 2 other types of HPV It is important to have regular cervix … is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with … not show any signs or symptoms and can pass the virus on to others without even knowing it. Most often an HPV infection …