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Disinfecting drinking water

… pathogens from drinking water, reducing health risks. You can disinfect water by adding chemicals, using heat, … suppliers disinfect water to make it safe. However, you may need to disinfect your own drinking water, or find an … the water is questionable You have a weakened immune system What is the best way to disinfect water? Boiling water is …

Bacterial vaginosis BV

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is bacterial vaginosis (BV)? Bacterial vaginosis (BV) … when that bacteria over-grows. What are the symptoms? If you have bacterial vaginosis, you may not have any symptoms … you are more likely to be infected by that STI. How do I know if I have BV? To find out if you have BV, you must be …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is pelvic inflammatory disease? Pelvic inflammatory … not sexually transmitted can also cause PID. To find out if you have PID, you must be examined by a health care provider … In some cases, PID may be severe enough that you need to be admitted to the hospital for intravenous (IV) …

Chlamydia

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is chlamydia? Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted … The infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and urethra … the fallopian tubes. To find out if you have chlamydia, you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. …

Gonorrhea

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is gonorrhea? Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted … women, the infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and the … from the bladder). To find out if you have gonorrhea, you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. …

Breastfeeding or chestfeeding

… and included. Human milk (breast milk) is the only food your baby needs for the first 6 months. When your baby starts solid … see HealthLinkBC File #69c Baby’s first foods . What do I eat when I’m lactating? You do not need to follow …

Trichomoniasis

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is trichomoniasis? Trichomoniasis is a sexually … tube that carries urine from the bladder). To find out if you have trichomoniasis, you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. …

Seniors falls can be prevented

… cause further frailty (weakness). This increases the risk. What factors increase the risks of falls? Health factors: … is that they will have a severe fall leading to injuries. You can use the Staying Independent Checklist (PDF, 1,502 … hazards and report them to your local government If you need an assistive mobility device, consult a …

Pubic lice

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are pubic lice? Pubic lice are tiny insects that live … the most common symptom of pubic lice. If pubic lice get on your eyelashes, the edges of your eyelids may be crusted. … with your health care provider. Your sexual partner will need to be treated as well. Other people living in your home …

Urethritis

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is urethritis? Urethritis is an inflammation of the … or herpes simplex virus. These cases are seen more in young, sexually active men. Other organisms that are not … who will help you to decide if you or your partners need more treatment. Your health care provider may offer …