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… may be less careful, or may be unaware of the dangers. Take special care to ensure that infants and babies are not … shortly after exposure. Others affect the liver and it takes days before symptoms appear. Symptoms from drinking … HealthLinkBC File #49b Disinfecting Drinking Water . Who should I contact to report cyanobacteria? If you are …
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… dose of the hepatitis B vaccine series at birth. Antiviral medications may also be recommended for you to take before … to get tested for HBV. If they do not have the virus, they should receive the HBV vaccine Individuals who have tested … the type of exposure and their immunization history, blood tests, hepatitis B vaccine and HBIg may be recommended. …
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… to What is the role of family members in an emergency What should I consider when caring for family members in an …
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… effects and are easier to take (no injections) than older medications. In 8 to 12 weeks, most patients can be cured of … During these visits, you may have physical exams and other tests to see how healthy your liver is. You may also be … and consider the following: Access direct-acting antiviral treatments (DAAs) made publicly available through BC …
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… overdose? An opioid drug overdose happens when a person takes more opioids than their body can handle. Breathing may … opioid overdose. Naloxone has no effect if you have not taken opioids. It will not get you “high” and does not cause … some people may have an allergy to naloxone. What is B.C.’s Take Home Naloxone program? In August 2012, B.C.’s Take Home …
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… face or your face People with weakened immune systems should discuss the risk of disease with their healthcare … pets should be examined by a veterinarian who may run some tests to screen for disease. Puppies and kittens are more … and fleas, which can be inside and outside your pet’s body Take your pet to the veterinarian for a yearly checkup and …
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… BV, you must be examined by a health care provider. Lab tests of your vaginal fluid may be done. Your health care … inserted into the vagina or as pills taken by mouth. Only medications taken by mouth are used to treat pregnant women. … piercings. Store condoms at room temperature. A new condom should be used every time you have sex. Use only water-based …
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… As children tend to drink more water per unit of body weight than adults, they may have more exposure to arsenic … a second test done to confirm the results. If your water tests positive for arsenic above the recommended level, use … and select an appropriate treatment device. The device should be certified for the removal of arsenic. For a list …
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… #08l Chlamydia . To find out if you have urethritis, you should be examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. Sexual abuse must be considered if there are … more treatment. Your health care provider may offer other treatments if another cause is identified. How can I reduce …
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… you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. Currently, lab tests can only find … baby may be born early (premature) and/or with a low birth weight. It is also associated with a higher chance of … then your last sexual partner will need treatment. It takes time for the infection to clear from the body, so it …
