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… of drinking water is not properly treated or when water storage tanks or reservoirs become infected with germs. … or who have had cancer treatment Infants and young children Pregnant women Older adults People with a chronic … as soon as possible if: You are very sick and unable to manage Your symptoms do not go away within a few days You have …
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… 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 prevent pregnancy but don’t work as well as latex or polyurethane …
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… a man. The virus is also more common in people who are 40 years or older Giving birth or breastfeeding. About one … is needed, or you have been in contact with a known case. Image … HTLV-1 Virus …
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… 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 … are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Lambskin and sheepskin condoms can help …
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… Rabies is a very serious disease carried by a small percentage of bats in B.C. Do not touch live or dead bats. If you … health and safety: HealthLinkBC File #26 Sun Safety for Children HealthLinkBC File #47 Cyanobacteria Blooms … . Wilderness activities and recreation: www.bcparks.ca . Image … Health Risks in the Wilderness …
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… 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 … are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Lambskin and sheepskin condoms can help …
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… replacement therapy (NRT) or prescription medication coverage. This is available through the BC Smoking Cessation … for youth and people who have never smoked. Vaping may damage your lung function and increase your risk of heart … studied. Ensure you vape outdoors. Avoid vaping around children, people with asthma and other breathing challenges, …
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… things to remember when using condoms: Check the condom package for damage. Do not use a condom that has been damaged. … are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Animal skin condoms can help prevent pregnancy but don’t work as well as latex or polyurethane …
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… 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 prevent pregnancy but don’t work as well as latex or polyurethane …
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… in warm soapy water, and keep it clean and dry with a bandage. How is it treated? Antibiotics are an important part of …
