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… liver, lungs or brain. If you are pregnant, and you or your partner have a history of herpes, it is important to … that may trigger an outbreak in some people. How can I lower my chance of passing or getting herpes? Condoms offer … and how you can reduce your chance of getting an STI see HealthLinkBC File #08o Preventing sexually transmitted …
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… on the routine pneumococcal vaccine for children, see HealthLinkBC File #62a Pneumococcal conjugate (PCV 13) … for people with certain medical conditions. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need a second … of the lining that covers the brain (meningitis), the blood (septicemia) and the lungs (pneumonia). Permanent …
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… when high levels of uric acid cause crystals to form in your joints and soft tissues, leading to inflammation, pain … swelling. Learn more about gout and how your diet can help lower the risk of gout attacks: Gout Eating guidelines for … to fracture (Osteoporosis Canada) Calcium and your health (HealthLinkBC File #68e) Vitamin D and your health …
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… the following topics to learn more about asthma: Assessing your asthma knowledge Asthma and vocal cord problems Asthma … in your home Controlling pet allergens Indoor air quality (HealthLinkBC File Number #65a) Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution (HealthLinkBC File #65e) Tips for reducing indoor pollutants …
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… and allergic symptoms. For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File #65b Indoor air quality: Mould and other … even with the windows closed. For more information, visit: HealthLinkBC File #65c Indoor air quality: Combustion by-products Wildfires and your health (health feature) HealthLinkBC File #30a The …
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… given as a nasal spray. For more information, please visit HealthLinkBC File #12e Live attenuated influenza (flu) … vaccines are usually available beginning in October. For your best protection, get immunized as soon as possible. You … For more information on Reye syndrome, please visit HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye syndrome It is important to stay …
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… 1-888-875-3163 throughout B.C. or 604-875-3163 from the Lower Mainland. This service provides information, resources … throughout B.C. If you have been forced to have sex without your consent, visit: VictimLinkBC or call toll-free … Emergency contraception Emergency contraception (EC) (HealthLinkBC File #91b) Abortion Deciding to end a pregnancy …
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… Plasmodium species. These tiny parasites can get into your bloodstream and multiply after a bite by an infected … about using insect repellants containing DEET, visit HealthLinkBC File #96 Insect repellants and DEET Products …
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… women, the infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and the … between periods or after sexual intercourse Pain in the lower abdomen Pain during vaginal sex In both men and women, … tubal pregnancy or pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). See HealthLinkBC File #08c Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) for …
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… The infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and urethra … between periods or after sexual intercourse Pain in the lower abdomen Pain during vaginal sex Chlamydia infection … tubal pregnancy or pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). See HealthLinkBC File #08c Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) for …
