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Disinfecting drinking water

… water to make it safe. However, you may need to disinfect your own drinking water, or find an alternate source such as … If using chlorine tablets, follow the directions on the package What if the water is heavily contaminated or polluted … iodine sensitivity) associated with long-term iodine use. Children and pregnant women are especially sensitive and …

Managing constipation with diet adults

… Normal bowel movements are soft and pass easily through your body. Do I need to have a bowel movement every day? No, … softeners Ignoring the urge when you have to go Stress Pregnancy hormones A change in regular routine or travelling … muscles and ligaments that hold the rectum in place Blockage of stool in the large intestine How can my diet help …

Syphilis

… Syphilis is a bacterial infection. The infection has 4 stages: primary, secondary, early latent and late latent. How … sex toys Syphilis can also spread to your baby during pregnancy or birth. This is known as congenital syphilis … latent, or hidden, stages. This period can last up to 30 years or longer. During this time, you may not have any …

Iron in foods

… Document English Why do I need iron? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is found in … more easily. Iron is especially important for babies and children. It supports healthy growth, brain development, and … the ingredient list to see if iron has been added to a packaged food. What are the different forms of iron in foods? …

Chlamydia

… The infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and urethra … if the baby is not treated. If you have chlamydia during pregnancy, the baby may develop pneumonia. Chlamydia … things to remember when using condoms: Check the condom package for damage. Do not use a damaged condom Check the expiry …

Vaginal yeast infection

… use of antibiotics; use of corticosteroid; problems with your immune system; use of birth control pills; pregnancy; or high blood sugar from poorly controlled … things to remember when using condoms: Check the condom package for damage. Do not use a condom that has been damaged. …

Cervicitis

… be treated with antibiotic pills. It is important to follow your treatment instructions carefully. If you were given … things to remember when using condoms: Check the condom package for damage. Do not use a damaged condom Check the expiry … are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Lambskin and sheepskin condoms can help …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… PID infection Sexual contact Medical procedures that open your cervix such as abortion, dilation & curettage (D&C), or having an intrauterine device (IUD) inserted … (infertility) Increased chance of an ectopic or tubal pregnancy - where a fertilized egg attaches to the fallopian …

Gonorrhea

… women, the infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and the … may include difficulty getting pregnant, ectopic or tubal pregnancy or pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). See … things to remember when using condoms: Check the condom package for damage. Do not use a damaged condom Check the expiry …

Indoor air quality Volatile organic compounds VOCs

… such as perfume and hair spray Candles and incense Cleaning agents and air fresheners Dry cleaning fluid Paints, … machines Vehicle exhaust infiltrating from attached garages VOCs can be released from products during use and even … as containing low VOCs Do not allow smoking in or near your home. Second-hand smoke contains many pollutants, …