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… that infects human white blood cells. It can cause disease of the nervous system or leukemia. Is this a new … especially if they breastfeed for 6 months or more Should I breastfeed if I have HTLV-1? If you are infected … who do develop illnesses, such as ATLL, there are some treatments available. Can I get HTLV-1 from blood …
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… is rubella? Rubella, also known as German measles, is a disease caused by the rubella virus. Rubella is usually a … (you have not had the disease or been immunized), you should get the MMR vaccine, and then wait 1 month before … been exposed to rubella and are not immune will need blood tests to determine if they have been infected. What should I …
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… 1,000 cases) Because of immunization, measles is now a rare disease in Canada. Most cases occur in unimmunized people, including visitors to Canada, who have traveled overseas. Is there a measles vaccine? There … the disease or received 2 doses of a measles vaccine, you should get immunized to prevent the illness. You need to get …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese What is mumps? Mumps is a disease caused by the mumps virus. Mumps was a common … people who get mumps. Adults and teens with mumps can have painful swelling of the testicles (about 1 in 4 cases) … or the recommended number of doses of a mumps vaccine you should get immunized. Although getting the mumps vaccine …
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… cases of TSS are linked to menstruation. If you think you have TSS, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency … symptoms after using tampons, a menstrual cup or after a surgery or skin injury, contact your health care provider immediately. What should I do if I think I have TSS? Toxic shock syndrome …
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… What is hepatitis B virus infection? Hepatitis B is a disease of the liver caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). … HBV infection? Your health care provider can order blood tests to see if you have a new HBV infection or if you have … dose of the hepatitis B vaccine series at birth. Antiviral medications may be recommended for you before you give birth …
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… is rabies? Rabies is a very serious and almost always fatal disease caused by a rabies virus. The virus infects the … White Nose Syndrome. Some bats with rabies may appear to behave totally normally. Some of the signs described above may … stress, hunger and becoming accustomed to humans. What should I do if I have been exposed to rabies? If a bat or …
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… are naturally found in the gut (digestive system) and that have become resistant to a group of antibiotics known as … admitted to hospital or had treatment (e.g. dialysis or surgery) in a health care facility outside of Canada, or who … preparing or eating food. People identified as having a CPO should follow these instructions to prevent CPO from …
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… support and an emergency plan. What will happen if I have to evacuate my home in an emergency? If the police or … Tell your support network about any health conditions or medications. Show them how to use specialized medical … to immediately check on you after a disaster. What supplies should I have for an emergency? Planning ahead and thinking …
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… C is curable. Highly effective, direct-acting antiviral treatments (DAAs) are available through BC PharmaCare to all … with few side effects and are easier to take than older medications (no injections). In 8 to 12 weeks, most patients … During these visits, you may have physical exams and other tests to help see how your liver is functioning. You may …
