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Cryptococcal disease C gattii

… but tests will not be performed just to see if you have been exposed. What is the risk of this disease? Each … as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), cancer, or have had organ transplants Have chronic lung disease Smoke How is … by testing environmental samples in a laboratory. Should trees in my neighbourhood be tested? Testing of trees …

Ultraviolet radiation

… as part of the electromagnetic (light) spectrum. UV rays have wavelengths shorter than visible rays, so we cannot see … tanning beds Avoid using tanning beds. The World Health Organization has found that UV radiation from tanning beds … 98 per cent and SPF 100 blocks 99 per cent. Sunscreen should also be “broad spectrum,” which means it screens both …

Home isolation for Tuberculosis TB

… Spanish Document Tagalog Document Vietnamese If you have untreated TB disease that can spread from person to … glands, bones, joints, kidneys, the brain and reproductive organs. It is curable. In British Columbia, medicines to … do not need to wear a mask when you are outside, but you should stay away from other people. How should I dispose of …

Tuberculosis TB skin test

… glands, bones, joints, kidneys, the brain and reproductive organs. TB is curable. In British Columbia, medicines to … to look for TB infection. You can do a TST to see if you have ever been exposed to TB. It tells your health care … loss, tiredness, chest pain and shortness of breath. Who should get a TB skin test? You may need a TST for various …

Syphilis

… dizziness ) or cause damage to your brain, heart and other organs in your body, which can lead to death. Untreated … worked. Your sexual partners within the last 3 to 12 months should be tested and treated for syphilis. This will depend … Infections Series Gonorrhea (#08a) Urethritis (#08b) Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) (#08c) Genital herpes …

Tick bites and disease

… blue-grey in colour. This is called an engorged ick. What should I do if I find a tick on my skin? If you find a tick … sure to check for ticks on your children and pets if they have been out in an area where ticks can live. When to see a … most well-known is Lyme disease. Borrelia burgdorferi, the organism that causes Lyme disease, has been found in ticks …

Preventing Water-Borne Infections For People with Weakened Immune Systems

… water-borne diseases include those with: HIV infection who have a CD4+ count of less than 100 cells/mm3; lymphoma or … become contaminated? Drinking water can contain different organisms, including bacteria, viruses and parasites, which … from animal feces. If you have a weak immune system, you should not drink water from surface sources or groundwater …

Your babys immune system and vaccines

… how vaccines work with the immune system. Yes No If you have answered ‘no’ to any of the above, read on to learn … from harmful germs. Your baby’s immune system is made of organs and cells that work together to protect them. Two … time. To protect your baby as soon as possible, your baby should get their vaccines starting at 2 months of age. Most …

Gonorrhea

… that carries urine from the bladder). To find out if you have gonorrhea, you need to see a health care provider and … difficulty getting pregnant, ectopic or tubal pregnancy or pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). See HealthLinkBC File … treatment. If you are pregnant and/or breastfeeding, you should have a follow-up test 3 to 4 weeks after completing …

Quitting smoking

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why should I quit smoking? There are many reasons to quit … family Be more confident and in control of your own life Have an improved sense of taste and smell Heal faster and have fewer complications after surgery In this HealthLinkBC file, smoking and tobacco use …