152 results found
HealthLinkBC files
… with weakened immune systems, such as those with certain types of cancers or taking certain medications, may not be …
HealthLinkBC files
… buttocks or thighs. It can spread from one person to another or from one area of an infected person’s body to another. Handling objects that have the virus on them, such as … Latex condoms and polyurethane condoms are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. …
HealthLinkBC files
… sulfate Canned fish with bones such as salmon and sardines Other sources of calcium include: Nuts and seeds such as …
HealthLinkBC files
… on the season of travel, location, length of stay and types of activities you do. Generally, the risk of infection … headache, fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, confusion and other changes in behavior. Currently, there is no drug …
HealthLinkBC files
… of human or animal waste A flood, fire, earthquake or other event has disrupted the water supply in your community … a slight chlorine smell after the 30 minutes. If not, add another 2 drops. Let the water stand for another 15 minutes If the water is cloudy, or colder than 10˚C …
HealthLinkBC files
… How is it spread? Gonorrhea is passed from one person to another by contact with body fluids containing the bacteria … Even without symptoms, the infection passes easily to another person. A person with a gonorrhea infection can pass … rubbers. Latex and polyurethane condoms are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. …
HealthLinkBC files
… How is it spread? Chlamydia is passed from one person to another by contact with body fluids containing the bacteria … Even without symptoms, the infection passes easily to another person. If you have a chlamydia infection you will be … rubbers. Latex and polyurethane condoms are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. …
HealthLinkBC files
… Your sexual partner will need to be treated as well. Other people living in your home do not need treatment … Latex condoms and polyurethane condoms are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. …
HealthLinkBC files
… skin darken and is a sign of skin damage. There are two types of UV radiation, UVA and UVB. Both are a serious …
HealthLinkBC files
… available for children are limited. Breastfed babies whose mothers are taking medication to prevent malaria must also take medication, since little of the mother's medication will be in the breast milk. Children … solution (ORS) In some cases, diarrhea may be a sign of another infection (for example, malaria), so it is important …
