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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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… causes Q fever. These bacteria can live for months and even years in dust or soil. What are the symptoms of Q fever? … Q fever while pregnant are more likely to have a miscarriage. How is Q fever spread? Animals like goats, sheep, … (CCOHS): www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/diseases/qfever.html . Image … Q fever …
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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 …
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… items that could have tiny amounts of blood on them Bandage all open cuts and sores until healed Put articles with … a separate plastic bag before disposing into household garbage (for example, bandages, tissues, tampons, razors, dental floss) Clean and …
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… harm with people who use substances? Use person-first language (for example “person with substance use disorder” or … Files #30c Quitting smoking HealthLinkBC Files #38d Pregnancy and alcohol use HealthLinkBC File #97 Contact with … HealthLinkBC File #118 Naloxone: Treating opioid overdose Image … Harm reduction for families caregivers and friends of …
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… and food in a waterproof container and throw it in the garbage. Do not feed the questionable food to your pets or any … hands with soapy water for at least 20 seconds during all stages of canning. Use only good quality produce (fruits, …
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… HPS begins as a “flu-like” illness. In the early stage of the disease, you may have the following symptoms: … or in vacant or occasional use buildings, such as cottages, trailers and garden sheds, that may have mice. Campers … buildings. Dispose of them in sealed, double plastic garbage bags. You should check with local by-laws or authorities …
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… history of certain risk factors such as: early delivery or pregnancy complications linked to infection, such as … of membranes; amniotic fluid infection; late miscarriage; low-birth-weight infant; or inflammation of the inside … things to remember when using condoms: Check the condom package for damage and to ensure the expiry date has not passed. …
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… a test for some STIs at https://getcheckedonline.com/Pages/default.aspx . Can vaccines provide protection? Some … (ECPs) or copper IUD (intrauterine device) can prevent pregnancy. These should be started as soon as possible. For … follow these steps: Wash your hands Carefully open the package and take the condom out. Avoid using teeth, scissors or …
