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Yellow fever vaccine

… 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 …

Tick bites and disease

… get someone else to remove the tick for you or see a health care provider to remove it. Be sure to check for ticks on … out in an area where ticks can live. When to see a health care provider to remove the tick See your health care provider to remove the tick if it has buried itself …

Quit or reduce vaping

… a friend Seek support from trusted friends, family, health care providers, and resources such as QuitNow or Talk …

Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time

… 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 … effectively, such as anti-seizure drugs. Ask your health care provider about how your hormonal contraception may …

Safe sleeping for babies

… early weeks of life, babies sleep for about 16 hours a day. Planning where your baby can sleep safely is important. … death . Share this information with anyone who may take care of your baby; it is important for all parents, babysitters and caregivers to be informed about safe sleeping practices for …

Health advice for travellers

… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Before you travel When planning your trip, think of ways to stay healthy while … If you have an ongoing health concern, talk to your health care provider about your trip. Ask your doctor for a letter … insect or snake bites, or infection from parasites Be very careful when driving in a foreign country and on unfamiliar …

The benefits of immunizing your child

… are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to make an appointment. Keep your child safe. … list below for some of the places your child may visit: Daycare or preschool School, college or university Waiting room … after getting a vaccine. If this happens, your health care provider is prepared to treat this reaction What …

Lunches to go

… to learn why. Involve your child Include your child in planning, shopping, preparing and packing lunches to: Make … Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby formula: Before you …

Typhoid vaccine

… in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least 6 to 8 … oral vaccine? Speak with a travel clinic doctor or health care provider if you have: Had a life-threatening reaction … injection? Speak with a travel clinic doctor or health care provider if you have had a life-threatening reaction to …

Bacterial vaginosis BV

… find out if you have BV, you must be examined by a health care provider. Lab tests of your vaginal fluid may be done. Your health care provider may screen you for BV if you are pregnant, or planning to become pregnant, and have a history of certain …