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… Condoms are the only contraceptive method that protects you against sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Some anti-seizure medications and other … health nurse. For information about sexually transmitted infections, visit HealthLinkBC File #08o Preventing Sexually …
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… them every now and then. This helps move the blood and fluids in the injured limb. Take non-steroidal … the cast and cause skin irritation and itching. It can make infection more likely if you have had surgery or have a … up your muscle strength and tone as much as you can while protecting your injured limb or joint. Your doctor may want …
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… swell when you have a cold or sore throat. More serious infections may cause the glands to get bigger and become … swallowing No Trouble swallowing Can you swallow food or fluids at all? Yes Able to swallow food or fluids No Unable to swallow food or fluids Is your voice …
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… labour. Vaginal bleeding. Having a sexually transmitted infection (STI) during pregnancy can cause serious problems. … labour. Vaginal bleeding. Having a sexually transmitted infection (STI) during pregnancy can cause serious problems. …
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… Condoms cannot prevent every case of sexually transmitted infections, but they can reduce the risk Women who only use … Avoid engaging in sexual activities that permit sexual fluids to enter your body Injury prevention Wear closed-toe … shoes to prevent cuts, wounds, insect or snake bites, or infection from parasites Be very careful when driving in a …
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… focuses on draining lymph fluid, reducing swelling, and protecting your affected limb and skin from injury. For … focuses on draining lymph fluid, reducing swelling, and protecting your affected limb and skin from injury. For …
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… routine immunizations are safe and proven to help protect against vaccine-preventable diseases at any age. In Canada, … a serious cut or wound and are at high risk for a tetanus infection it may be recommended that you get the vaccine. … for adults 18 years of age and older who were immunized against pertussis in childhood but have not received a …
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… and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs until dengue infection has been ruled out. Be safe with medicines. Read … Get extra rest. To prevent dehydration, drink plenty of fluids. Choose water and other clear liquids until you feel … you have kidney, heart, or liver disease and have to limit fluids, talk with your doctor before you increase the amount …
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… works by boosting the body's natural defense (immunity) against the zoster virus so that symptoms of shingles do not … fever/illness immune system disorders (such as due to HIV infection, certain cancers such as leukemia/lymphoma, cancer … works by boosting the body's natural defense (immunity) against the zoster virus so that symptoms of shingles do not …
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… specific health needs. Uses This medication is a vaccine against influenza (flu) virus. It is also called the … you from getting the flu or lessen the seriousness of the infection. As with any vaccine, it may not fully protect … specific health needs. Uses This medication is a vaccine against influenza (flu) virus. It is also called the …
