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Measles

… 1,000 cases) Because of immunization, measles is now a rare disease in Canada. Most cases occur in unimmunized people, … the virus. The airborne spread of measles virus makes the disease very contagious. Sharing food, drinks or cigarettes, … room is empty. Bring your immunization record with you. A physical examination, blood test, and throat swab or urine …

Human papillomavirus HPV vaccines

… people will get cervical cancer and 55 will die from the disease 6,000 people will develop high risk changes to the … 135 people will get anal cancer and 20 will die from the disease 5,500 people will develop genital warts Mature minor … Gonorrhea (#08a) Urethritis (#08b) Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) (#08c) Genital herpes (#08d) Syphilis (#08e) …

Pregnancy and alcohol use

… The effects of FASD include problems with motor skills, physical health, learning, memory, attention, communication … your use of cigarettes and other drugs Balance rest and activity Reduce your stress. Find healthy ways to relax and … meditation, yoga, going for walks or taking part in other physical activities, having a warm bath, or talking with a …

Childhood vaccines are safe

… to build protection from harmful germs without getting the disease. Like healthy food and clean water, vaccines help … in detail. Is it safer to get immunized than to get the disease? Yes. The danger from the disease is much greater than the risk of a side effect from …

Mumps

… Spanish Document Vietnamese What is mumps? Mumps is a disease caused by the mumps virus. Mumps was a common childhood disease before immunization. It is now more common in young … room is empty. Bring your immunization record with you. A physical examination, blood test, and swab of your salivary …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… skills such as identifying and dealing with feelings, physical skills such as fine and gross motor skills, and … games, ideas that can be used to support and encourage physical activity early on, and is updated on a weekly basis. Play …

Genital herpes

… a person who has the virus (e.g., through kissing or sexual activity, including oral sex), even without visible herpes … on how to talk to your partner(s), visit the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) Smart Sex Resource … Gonorrhea (#08a) Urethritis (#08b) Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) (#08c) Genital herpes (#08d) Syphilis (#08e) …

HIV and HIV tests

… system is the part of the body that fights infection and disease. There is no cure for HIV, but lifelong treatment … HIV. Without treatment, HIV infection may become a serious disease called Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS). … Gonorrhea (#08a) Urethritis (#08b) Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) (#08c) Genital herpes (#08d) Syphilis (#08e) …

Rubella

… is rubella? Rubella, also known as German measles, is a disease caused by the rubella virus. Rubella is usually a … pregnant. If you are not immune (you have not had the disease or been immunized), you should get the MMR vaccine, … room is empty. Bring your immunization record with you. A physical examination, blood test, and throat swab or urine …

Rabies immune globulin and vaccine

… viruses before being used to make RabIg. Many chemical and physical steps are included when preparing RabIg. These … and removing viruses and bacteria that can cause disease. The final preparation of RabIg undergoes more … and rabies vaccine? RabIg and rabies vaccine prevent rabies disease, which is almost always fatal. RabIg provides …