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… HIV and HIV tests Last updated June 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number … There is no cure for HIV, but lifelong treatment with medications called highly active antiretroviral therapy … get HIV? HIV is found in body fluids, such as blood, semen, breast milk, and fluids from the vagina and anus. HIV can be …
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… virus to their baby during pregnancy, childbirth or while breast/chest feeding. Because of the risk of passing HIV to … . If you have had blood tests during your pregnancy, ask your health care provider … preventing HIV, visit HealthLinkBC File #08m HIV and HIV Tests . What are the chances of passing HIV to my baby? If …
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… determine if there is a problem with the water. What if the tests show possible contamination? If contamination is …
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… of the lungs, or you have certain health conditions or medications that weaken your immune system. TB infection … go to school, work or volunteering, but you may need more tests to make sure you do not have TB disease A positive TST … questions about your health and decide if you need other TB tests instead Where can I get a TB skin test? Depending on …
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… Hearing tests for infants and children Last updated October 1, 2022 … What will a hearing screening be like for my baby? Hearing tests are important for newborn babies and families because … Most hearing loss in young children is temporary and medically treatable. A test by an audiologist will determine …
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… the sputum bottles, ask your health care provider. What tests will be done on my sputum? 2 tests will be done on your sputum: Smear Culture For the … result means. When will I get the results from my sputum tests? Smear test results are usually ready within a day to …
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… Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time Last updated September 1, 2023 … and progestin, which your body produces. It can have many clinical uses including: Preventing pregnancy (all methods) … right for you. Does hormonal contraception affect my other medications? Hormonal contraception can make some …
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… developing TB disease over your lifetime. However, certain medical conditions may increase your risk of TB disease. … provider will do a TB assessment and order the appropriate tests. There may be a cost depending on the reason for your … sure you don’t have TB disease before starting TB infection medications. It is also important to understand the side …
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… a mask that covers your nose and mouth if you must go to medical appointments and when health care providers come to … home. The duration of treatment and results of your sputum tests will help your health care provider decide when you … the home isolation instructions and by taking your TB medications. You can also help protect your family and …
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… been exposed to rubella and are not immune will need blood tests to determine if they have been infected. What should I … can make sure that you are taken into a closed area for an examination and attend the clinic at a time when the waiting … empty. Bring your immunization record with you. A physical examination, blood test, and throat swab or urine sample …
