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… How damaging is UV radiation? When exposed to UV radiation, your body produces and releases more melanin (a skin pigment) to absorb the UV radiation. This makes your skin darken and is a sign of skin damage. There are two … serious health concern as UVA and UVB radiation can affect your skin, eyes, and immune system. UVA causes immediate …
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… sperm count. If you are pregnant and have trichomoniasis, your baby may be born early (premature) and/or with a low birth … have not had a sexual partner in the last 2 months, then your last sexual partner will need treatment. It takes time …
Medical tests
… Information Test Overview A mental health assessment gives your doctor a complete picture of your emotional state. It also looks at how well you are able … Lab tests You may have lab tests done on a blood or urine sample. If your doctor thinks you may have a nervous system …
Health features
… mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine is provided free as part of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care … of immunizing your child (HealthLinkBC File #50b) Your baby’s immune system and vaccines (HealthLinkBC File #50a) … vaccinations to protect you and your baby. If you are breastfeeding or chest feeding, the MMR vaccine is safe for you …
Medical tests
… or Pharmacia CAP), may be used to provide more information. Your allergy test results may show that allergy treatment is … is most likely allergic to. How To Prepare Be sure to tell your doctor about all the medicines you take. You may need … tests A health professional uses a needle to take a blood sample, usually from the arm. The blood sample will be …
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… or other health hazards could be making you sick, talk to your doctor. How is it diagnosed? An environmental illness can be hard to diagnose. You and your doctor may not know what is causing your symptoms. Or … second-hand smoke. You are more likely to give birth to a baby who weighs less than expected (low birth weight) if you …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … must not be used during pregnancy. It may harm an unborn baby. It is important to prevent pregnancy while taking this … milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult …
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… Stomach cramps Nausea Vomiting Bloating Gas If you or your child experience any of these symptoms after visiting a petting zoo or open farm, see your health care provider right away. Who is most at risk of … Wash your hands and your child's hands: After touching or feeding an animal After touching an animal's cage After …
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… Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Check Your Symptoms Overview Everyone has trouble sleeping once in …
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… Genital Problems and Injuries On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Check Your Symptoms Overview Male genital problems and injuries …
