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… Chlamydia Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08l Sexually Transmitted … The infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and urethra … protect you from getting it again. If you are treated and your sex partners are not, the bacteria could pass back to …
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… Healthy eating guidelines for people taking warfarin … Vietnamese Certain foods and beverages can affect how your warfarin works. This handout will help you to plan your diet when taking warfarin. When we cut or scrape our …
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… Pubic lice Last updated February 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 08h Sexually Transmitted … the most common symptom of pubic lice. If pubic lice get on your eyelashes, the edges of your eyelids may be crusted. You may see lice and their eggs …
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… infection and genital warts Last updated November 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 101a Sexually Transmitted … as hepatitis A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV). Talk to your health care provider about how to get these vaccinations. Know your sexual health status If you have recently changed …
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… Role of Pets in Human Disease Last updated September 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 61a Download PDF Document English … infected humans. Some of these diseases can be passed from your pet to you. What diseases can I catch from my pet? Pets … or bone marrow transplant. How can I prevent infections? Your personal hygiene and health: Wash your hands after …
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… Seniors' falls can be prevented Last updated July 31, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 78 Download PDF Document English … the Staying Independent Checklist (PDF, 1,502 KB) to assess your risk for falls or ask your doctor about falls risk assessment and management. How …
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… Breastfeeding or chestfeeding Last updated July 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 70 Child Nutrition Series Download … and included. Human milk (breast milk) is the only food your baby needs for the first 6 months. When your baby starts solid foods, continue to offer human milk …
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… for family caregivers Last updated September 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93b Elder Abuse Prevention Series … and the possibility of abuse or neglect, pay attention to your own emotional and physical health. Here are some signs of stress: Changes in your feelings, such as becoming anxious or depressed feeling …
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… gender differences Last updated February 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93c Elder Abuse Prevention Series … Abuse and neglect in later life can affect a person's health, happiness and safety. Older adults can experience … effects of many years of abuse can be hard on a person's health. For older men, their first experience with abuse or …
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… Asbestos in drinking water Last updated April 4, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 49h Download PDF Document English … precautions when handling deteriorating pipes to protect your health against inhaling asbestos that is released into … from asbestos-cement pipes is not considered a risk to your health. While it is also possible that water droplets …
