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HTLV-1 Virus

… needles, syringes or other equipment used for injecting drugs Sexual contact. Evidence shows that the virus is …
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Hepatitis B virus infection

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HIV and HIV tests

… HIV infection and are sexually active or you use injection drugs, it is important to tell your sexual partner(s) and … your risk of HIV infection, you can take antiretroviral drugs (known as oral pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP) if …
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Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… public restroom If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. After applying the gel or …
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Facts about influenza the flu

… with hot water to help clear a stuffy nose Anti-influenza drugs or antivirals are available by prescription, but these … treatment is available; symptom relief only Antiviral drugs by prescription, which can reduce severity of symptoms …
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Reye syndrome

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Carbapenemase-producing organisms CPO

… dry your hands. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Sanitizer can be used as long …
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Cyclospora infection cyclosporiasis

… information on the use of antibiotics, visit: Do Bugs Need Drugs at https://dobugsneeddrugs.org Antibiotic Wise at https://antibioticwise.ca Image …
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Clostridium difficile C difficile

… after using the toilet and before you eat. Use an alcohol-based hand rub (ABHR, also known as hand sanitizer) …
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HIV testing in pregnancy