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… Malaria prevention Last updated December 28, 2022 HealthLink … Plasmodium species. These tiny parasites can get into your bloodstream and multiply after a bite by an infected … bites by doing the following: Wear light-coloured clothing, long sleeve shirts, pants and socks. Treat clothing …
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… Newborn blood spot card screening Last updated October 1, 2022 … Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited disorder that causes thick mucus to build up in the lungs and may affect the … not harm your baby. You can help comfort your baby by soothing them with your voice and providing comforting touch. …
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… Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure Last updated April 25, 2023 HealthLink BC … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Having high blood pressure means that blood is pushing too hard against artery walls. This can …
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… Contact with blood or body fluids: Protecting against infection Last … as soon as possible, and are most effective if started within 2 hours of exposure. You will be referred to your own … cuts and scratches until they heal Carefully throw away anything with blood on it, such as tampons, pads, tissues, …
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… you cough up from deep inside your lungs. It is usually thick, cloudy and sticky. Sputum is not saliva (spit) as saliva comes from your mouth and is thin, clear and watery. Do not collect saliva for this test. … my sputum tests? Smear test results are usually ready within a day to 2 business days after they reach the lab. …
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… travelling to areas where diseases or viruses such as Malaria or the Zika virus are common. The safest time to … an evacuation plan to a local medical facility with a safe blood supply What immunizations should I have before I … increase circulation. Wear comfortable shoes and loose clothing. For more information about what you can do to …
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… formula for short trips. How can I protect my children from malaria? Malaria is a disease caused by mosquito bites and tiny parasites that get into the bloodstream. The best way to prevent malaria is to avoid … right away if your child develops signs of: Dehydration Bloody diarrhea Diarrhea accompanied by a high fever, or …
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… Vietnamese Before you travel When planning your trip, think of ways to stay healthy while travelling. Visit a … an anti-nausea medication for the symptoms Wear loose clothing and comfortable shoes Drink plenty of water and/or … Insect bites can spread diseases such as dengue fever, malaria, yellow fever and Japanese encephalitis. Take extra …
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… on preventing mosquito bites, visit HealthLinkBC File #41f Malaria prevention . If your child will be travelling for a … called anaphylaxis. This may include hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the throat, tongue or lips. Should … Travelling with children (#41d) Traveller's diarrhea (#41e) Malaria prevention (#41f) The pregnant traveller (#41g) …
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… 1 dose or shot. The vaccine provides effective immunity within 30 days for 99 per cent of those vaccinated. Travel to … called anaphylaxis. This may include hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the throat, tongue or lips. Should … on preventing mosquito bites, see HealthLinkBC File #41f Malaria Prevention . Mature minor consent It is recommended …
