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… Hepatitis C Virus Tests On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How … Risks Results Test Overview Hepatitis C virus (HCV) test is a blood test that looks for the genetic material ( RNA ) of the virus that causes hepatitis or for the proteins ( antibodies …
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… Noroviruses (Norwalk Viruses) On this page: What are noroviruses? Noroviruses are also called Norwalk-like viruses and …
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… Disease and Disease Prevention Last updated June 30, 2021 Being proactive in preventing diseases and injuries will help you and your loved ones live happier and healthier lives. Learn about different diseases and conditions in this section. Disease and Injury …
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… Zika Virus facts & resources Last updated October 24, 2024 … Spanish Document Vietnamese On this page: What is Zika virus? Are there any risks of complications from Zika virus? … is Zika virus? Zika virus infection, also called Zika virus disease, is caused by a virus which is spread by the bite of …
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… Living well with hepatitis C virus Last updated November 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File … Document Vietnamese What are the symptoms of hepatitis C virus (HCV)? Most people who have HCV feel well, will have … some people with chronic HCV will develop significant liver disease. This can lead to scarring of the liver (cirrhosis), …
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… Infectious diseases Last updated March 1, 2024 Infectious diseases can … person to person. They can be caused by bacteria, fungi, viruses, or parasites. Learn more about infectious diseases … (Varicella) Chickenpox: Preventing Skin Infections Ebola or Marburg Virus Infection Enterovirus D68 (EV-D68) …
Medications
… Influenza Virus Vaccine - Intramuscular On this page: Uses How To Use … is used to prevent infection by the influenza ("flu") virus. It is also called the seasonal flu shot. Influenza … body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the virus. Vaccination is the best method for preventing …
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… Fifth Disease On this page: … isn't common. What causes it? Fifth disease is caused by a virus called human parvovirus B19. (Only humans can catch and spread fifth disease. …
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… Crohn's Disease On this page: Symptoms What Happens … bacteria in your intestine. Other kinds of bacteria and viruses may also play a role in causing the disease. Crohn's … bacteria in your intestine. Other kinds of bacteria and viruses may also play a role in causing the disease. Crohn's …
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… Alzheimer's Disease On this page: Health Tools Cause … and some infections such as HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). Learn more Depression in Older Adults Mild Cognitive … and some infections such as HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). Learn more Depression in Older Adults Mild Cognitive …
