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Bacterial vaginosis BV

… infection does not spread into the fallopian tubes and cause Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), a more serious … pills taken by mouth. Only medications taken by mouth are used to treat pregnant women. It is not necessary for male … with antibiotics, keep taking your birth control pills and use a second form of birth control, such as a condom, until …

Indoor air quality Mould and other biological contaminants

… things or produced by living things. They include mould, house dust, bacteria, viruses, animal dander, cat saliva, pollen, cockroaches and … tiny spores into the air. What are some health problems caused by moulds and other biological contaminants? Many …

Maintenance and operation of onsite sewage systems

… Spanish Document Vietnamese When are onsite sewage systems used? Any home or building that is not connected to a … tank A septic tank is a watertight, underground container used for receiving, treating and settling human waste. The … this maintenance. Treatment plant A typical treatment plant uses air to help break down and treat waste. The waste is …

Ultraviolet radiation

… can affect your skin, eyes, and immune system. UVA causes immediate tanning (the darkening of the melanin in your … to some skin cancers. UVB is more harmful than UVA. It causes delayed tanning by making your skin produce more … vulnerable to the effects of UV radiation. Young people who use tanning beds are also at risk. When and where am I most …

Food safety Easy ways to make food safer

… Document Vietnamese Eating food contaminated with germs causes foodborne illness, also known as food poisoning. Common symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain and fever. In Canada, … your hands before you eat or handle any food, and after you use the bathroom. Scrub all parts of your hands with soap …

Pinkeye conjunctivitis

… the eyeball and the inside of the eyelid. It is usually caused by a virus or bacteria, and can spread easily to other people. Pinkeye may also be caused by an allergy, air pollution or other physical or … makes the whites of the eyes turn pink or red. It can cause teary, red, itchy eyes, and the eyelids may be swollen. …

West Nile virus

… headache or neck stiffness for which you cannot find a cause, or other symptoms of WNV, contact your health care … are many simple things that you can do to protect yourself: Use mosquito repellent – Applying a mosquito repellent to … bites. Check the product label for instructions on proper use. For more information about insect repellents, see …

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… pulmonary syndrome (HPS) is a severe illness that is caused by a virus called hantavirus. This rare disease was … have the following symptoms: fever sore muscles headaches nausea vomiting shortness of breath If the disease gets worse, … has been found only in wild mice, specifically the deer mouse found across North America. Other rodents, such as house …

Travellers diarrhea

… contaminated foods or liquids. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, fever or blood in stools. … suddenly and usually last 3 to 4 days. The most common cause of traveller’s diarrhea is food or water contaminated … the bowel movements (stool) of infected people. People who use the bathroom without properly washing their hands after …

Wildfire Its effects on drinking water quality

… Document Vietnamese Wildfires can impact water sources used for our drinking water. For example: nearby streams, … and Climate Change Strategy: Water quality: Fire retardants used to fight wildfires Chemical contamination of drinking … the local water treatment system to work. They can also cause contamination of water after it's treated. How do I know …