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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. Vaccines are the best way to protect your child against many … HPV vaccine before they become sexually active. The vaccine prevents almost 100 percent of cases of cervical cancer and … tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b (DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib) vaccine (#105) Your …
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… parts of the world. Is there a rubella vaccine? There are 2 vaccines available in B.C. that provide protection against … be collected to make the diagnosis of rubella. How can I prevent spreading rubella to others? A person with rubella … comfortable while you rest and recover. Drink plenty of fluids such as water, juice and soup, especially if you have …
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… Contact with blood or body fluids: Protecting against infection Last updated November … own antibodies against the virus. There is no vaccine to prevent infection with hepatitis C. Blood tests will show if … exposure puts you at risk of these infections. How do I prevent the spread of infection to others? Sometimes it is …
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… bought off the shelf at the pharmacy. What are ways I can prevent getting a vaginal yeast infection? Some ways to … A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get … and genital warts (#101a) Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines (#101b) … Vaginal yeast infection …
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… #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of germs . How do I prevent traveller's diarrhea? An oral vaccine to help … careful about what you eat and drink are the best ways to prevent traveller’s diarrhea. The following tips can help … drinking water . How do I treat traveller's diarrhea? Fluids The most important treatment for diarrhea is to …
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… bandages and mosquito repellent. Bring medication to help prevent and treat diarrhea Have a dental check-up Take an … Always use a condom for sexual intercourse. Condoms cannot prevent every case of sexually transmitted infections, but … Avoid engaging in sexual activities that permit sexual fluids to enter your body Injury prevention Wear closed-toe …
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… that you have AIDS. How can I get HIV? HIV is found in body fluids, such as blood, semen, breast milk, and fluids from … decisions about their health and getting tested. How can I prevent HIV infection? You can prevent HIV and other … and genital warts (#101a) Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines (#101b) … HIV and HIV tests …
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… if your child pulls them off. Put clothing over the area to prevent this. For more information on immunizations visit … tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b (DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib) vaccine (#105) Your baby's immune system and vaccines (#50a) The benefits of immunizing your child (#50b) …
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… your health care provider for more information. How can I prevent group A streptococcal infection? Wash your hands …
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… risk for picking up CPO bacteria. It is important to prevent these bacteria from spreading to other individuals, … as having a CPO should follow these instructions to prevent CPO from spreading to others in the home: Wash your … school or daycare setting that you carry CPO. How can I prevent a CPO infection? There is no vaccine to protect you …
