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Human papillomavirus HPV vaccines

… active and coming in contact with HPV because the vaccines prevent infection but do not clear it. What are the benefits … females who have never been infected with HPV, the vaccines prevent almost 100% of cases of cervical cancer caused by … HPV types covered by the vaccines. The HPV9 vaccine also prevents about: 78% of cases of anal cancers in males caused …

Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults

… your bones and muscles strong Build a healthy immune system Prevent chronic disease and illness Manage health conditions … plant-based foods can help you get more fibre. Fibre helps prevent constipation, which is more common as we age. If you … important for healthy bones, muscles and nerves and helps prevent osteoporosis. Women over the age of 50 and men over …

Tuberculosis TB skin test

… organs. TB is curable. In British Columbia, medicines to prevent or cure TB are free through Provincial TB Services … talk with your health care provider about the best ways to prevent disease. The TB germ may remain sleeping in your … system is what keeps the TB germs in a sleeping state and prevents them from multiplying. How is a TB skin test done? …

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… their droppings. How can I protect myself? The best ways to prevent infection from hantavirus is to avoid contact with … to clean up safely. Follow the instructions below on how to prevent and remove mice from your home, and to safely clean … more information, visit WorkSafe BC www.worksafebc.com . Prevent stirring up dust when you are cleaning up areas …

Hearing loss in children

… Most hearing loss in young children is temporary or medically treatable. What can affect my child’s hearing? The … do to protect my child’s hearing? Often hearing loss is not preventable. However, you can help protect your child’s … smoke and vapour . Also, getting your child immunized helps prevent illnesses that can cause permanent hearing loss. …

Q fever

… illness lasts less than 2 weeks and does not need special medical treatment. However, some people may develop … with infected tissue or bodily fluids How can Q fever be prevented? Appropriately get rid of all livestock and … as infected animals do not show symptoms Take measures to prevent airflow to other occupied areas of barns or …

Immunization for health care workers in BC

… to infectious diseases while at work. Many diseases can be prevented with immunization. Getting immunized protects your health and prevents the spread of disease between you and your … or lung disorders, weakened immune systems or other chronic medical conditions. Influenza immunization of health care …

Syphilis

… caused by syphilis in the late latent stage, but it can prevent further damage. After treatment, you must have blood … your chance of getting an STI, see HealthLinkBC File #08o Preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) . Image … infection (#08j) Chlamydia (#08l) HIV and HIV tests (#08m) Preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) (#08o) …

Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… mouth or nose secretions. How can necrotizing fasciitis be prevented? There is no vaccine to prevent group A streptococcal infections. Antibiotics are … can progress so rapidly, the best approach is to get medical attention as soon as symptoms occur. Remember, an …

Cryptosporidium infection

… with cryptosporidiosis should drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. What should I do if I become infected … you can still infect others. How can cryptosporidiosis be prevented? If a Boil Water Notice has been issued for your … may be at risk at all times. See HealthlinkBC File #56 Preventing water-borne infections for people with weakened …