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Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… called anaphylaxis (an-nah-fil-axe-is). It often happens quickly and can cause death if not treated. If you are not …
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Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease vCJD

… The disease also causes problems with movement and advances quickly to a vegetative state and death. It may take …
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Pubic lice

… about it with your health care provider or a counselor. For tips on how to talk to your partner(s), visit the BC Centre …
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Allergy safe child care facilities

… Food allergy needs to be taken seriously. It involves avoiding the food that causes allergic reactions and … is called anaphylaxis (an-nah-fil-axe-is). It often happens quickly and can cause death if left untreated. What are the …
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Travellers diarrhea

… best ways to prevent traveller’s diarrhea. The following tips can help you stay healthy while travelling. Do: Eat …
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Bacterial vaginosis BV

… about it with your health care provider or a counselor. For tips on how to talk to your partner, visit the BC Centre for …
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Pinkeye conjunctivitis

… applying drops or ointment. Applying eye drops Follow these tips when applying eye drops: Before applying eye drops make …
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Facts about chickenpox

… spots appear first on the face and scalp, and then spread quickly down the body and to the arms and legs. The spots …
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Indoor air quality Mould and other biological contaminants

… heating ventilation and air conditioning system parts. Empty drip pans regularly. Keep stagnant water sources clean …
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Molluscum contagiosum

… about it with your health care provider or a counselor. For tips on how to talk to your partner(s), visit the BC Centre …