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… ensure that there are no known infectious viruses present. However, there is an extremely small risk of passing some blood-borne infections through the use … was given. Some immune globulins may be associated with a risk of thrombosis (blood clots) within 24 hours of …
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… is also provided free to children and adults at high risk of meningococcal disease, including those who have: No … W disease, or who are determined by public health to be at risk of infection with these during an outbreak in B.C. The … getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care …
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… a series of polio vaccine in childhood and are at increased risk of exposure to polio virus. Examples of adults at increased risk include those who will be working or traveling in an … getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care …
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… not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. For more information on Reye … getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care … infected. The more sexual partners you have the higher the risk of being infected with HPV. Males who have sex with …
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… lower abdomen, eyebrows, eyelashes, and facial hair. How are they spread? Pubic lice cannot jump or fly. Pubic … a sealed airtight plastic bag for 7 days to kill the lice. How can I reduce my chance of getting a sexually transmitted … with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get these vaccinations. Know your sexual health …
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… way to protect them from serious disease. Yes No I know how the immune system works. Yes No I know how vaccines work with the immune system. Yes No If you have … above, read on to learn more. What is the immune system and how does it work? You may have heard about viruses and …
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… Vietnamese Immunizations protect against serious diseases, however they can also cause discomfort. One way to reduce … or patches. The information in this HealthLinkBC File shows you where to put numbing creams and patches for … a prescription from your health care provider to buy them. How do I use numbing creams and patches? There are multiple …
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… treated liquid into the ground for final treatment How does a septic tank or treatment plant work? Septic tank … septic tank. This also allows for a smaller dispersal area. How can I install an onsite sewage system? Every owner who … the owner and the health authority will receive the copies. How is an onsite sewage system maintained and serviced? Once …
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… but cases have been found in British Columbia and Nunavut. How can I tell if I have HTLV-1? Most people who have the … your health care provider may send you for a blood test. How is the virus spread? HTLV-1 is spread from an infected … used for injecting drugs Sexual contact. Evidence shows that the virus is spread more easily from a man to a …
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… support resources Crisis information Reuniting families How can I become a volunteer? In British Columbia, the … . How can I manage stress while volunteering? Being a …
