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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 … use fibre supplements, check with your health care provider first. If you have a medical condition or are pregnant, it …

Rabies

… Infected animals usually die within 10 days from when they first appear sick. Bats infected with rabies may also act … the chance of any type of infection Seek medical care from your health care provider or local public health unit right … rabies as soon as possible. It typically takes from 3 to 8 weeks before rabies symptoms start in humans but can be much …

Sputum testing for Tuberculosis TB

… (or phlegm) is mucus that you cough up from deep inside your lungs. It is usually thick, cloudy and sticky. Sputum … use mouthwash before collecting your sputum Make sure your first name, last name and date of birth are on the label of … after they reach the lab. Culture results may take up to 8 weeks, depending on how quickly the bacteria grow. The lab …

Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

… for long periods can be dangerous. If it gets very hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible. What can you do to prevent heat-related illness? Keep cool inside Turn on air conditioning (AC) if you have it. A … their bedroom Sleep in the same room as your infant for the first 6 months. This is safest for them, whether for naps …

Financial abuse of older adults

… forms of emotional abuse. These situations can lead to ongoing stress and financial strain for an older adult. An … help prevent abuse and neglect, consider these tips: Set up your finances so that the bank automatically pays your … Abuse and Information Line (SAIL), hosted by Seniors First BC, 604 437-1940 in Vancouver or toll-free at 1 866 …

Urethritis

… have any oral, vaginal or anal sex for 7 days after you and your partner(s) start the antibiotic treatment. If you or … 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 …

Trichomoniasis

… sperm count. If you are pregnant and have trichomoniasis, your baby may be born early (premature) and/or with a low … 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 …

Mumps

… damage or sterility. Mumps infection in the early stage of pregnancy may increase the rate of miscarriage but has not … protect you against future exposures to the virus. Check your immunization record to see how many doses of mumps … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more …

Pneumococcal conjugate PCV 13 vaccine

… BC File number 62a Download PDF Document English Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all the vaccines on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more …

HIV and HIV tests

… is lower) a mother with HIV can pass it to her baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or while breastfeeding (breastfeeding … significant amounts of the virus in their body when they first contract HIV, which increases the possibility of transmitting it to others. You can greatly reduce your risk of transmitting HIV to others by taking …