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… contraceptive pills (ECPs) Copper IUD (intrauterine device) Emergency contraceptive pills There are 2 types of … contraception, the copper IUD stops fertilization by causing a chemical change that damages sperm and egg before … that you do not have a condition that may prevent you from using an IUD. Where can I get emergency contraception? You …
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… from the eye of an infected person. The bacteria or virus causing pinkeye may also be spread to others through contact … everyone else in your family to follow strict hygiene practices. These practices should be followed for up to 10 days … from an infected eye should be washed out twice a day. Using a damp facial tissue wipe outward with a single …
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… Canada: West Nile virus www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/west-nile-virus.html Image … West Nile virus …
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… From birth to 3 months, your baby: Recognizes parents’ voices, right from birth Discovers their own voice Enjoys eye … energy and wants to explore everything Can feed themselves using fingers or a spoon May climb out of the crib Walks … your child: Uses 2 or 3-word sentences Asks for help using words or actions Can count and use new words …
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… spread? In Canada, the virus has been found only in wild mice, specifically the deer mouse found across North America. Other rodents, such as house mice, roof rats and Norway rats are not known to spread the … contact with the saliva, urine, droppings or nests of deer mice, may be at risk of catching the virus. However, the …
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… under 18 years old to use them. At any age, these devices damage your skin the same way UV radiation from the sun …
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… Getting rid of rodents (rats and mice) Last updated January 31, 2024 HealthLink BC File number … blunt ends. The best way to get rid of rats or mice is by using traps. If using spring loaded traps for rats, bait three of them in a …
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… foams to fight wildfires is common in B.C. When good practices are followed, there is little risk to human health and … the wildfire is over: More debris in water reservoirs, causing damage and higher maintenance costs More algal blooms in reservoirs, causing health effects, taste and odor Increased turbidity …
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… pipes, cookers, filters, water, needles and syringes Practice safer sex. Using a barrier (such as a condom) every time you have sex … or sneezing Physical contact such as hugging and kissing Using the same dishes or cutlery or sharing meals …
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… 200mg of caffeine per container. The same precautions for using energy drinks apply to energy shots. Most healthy … Talk with a pharmacist or your health care provider before using energy drinks if you: Take medications or supplements … n/healthy-eating-recommendations/make-water-your-drink-of-choice/sugary-drinks/ … Caffeinated energy drinks …
