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… primary, secondary, early latent and late latent. How can I get syphilis? You can get syphilis from close contact or … worked. Your sexual partners within the last 3 to 12 months should be tested and treated for syphilis. This will depend … (STIs) (#08o) Trichomoniasis (#08p) Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and genital warts (#101a) Human …
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… because certain daily habits can make us more likely to get cancer. Changing these habits may help prevent cancer. … their sexual history. Practicing safer sex helps prevent HPV , a sexually transmitted infection that can cause … Consider vaccinations. Females ages 9 to 26 can get the HPV vaccine to protect against the virus that can cause cervical …
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… hepatitis B or hepatitis C in people who received HBIg. Who should get hepatitis B immune globulin? You should get one dose of … immunization history, you may receive a dose of hepatitis B vaccine when you get HBIg. You may need more doses of …
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… hepatitis B or hepatitis C in people who received TIg. Who should get tetanus immune globulin? Your health care provider may … have a wound and have had less than 3 doses of a tetanus vaccine or your immunization history is unknown. TIg is …
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… advanced HIV disease If you have an STI, your chance of getting or passing on HIV to someone else increases. … STIs, such as hepatitis A and B, and human papillomavirus (HPV), can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health … condoms Internal (“female’) and external (“male”) condoms should not be used at the same time. Using 2 condoms …
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… 8 weeks before you travel. This is important because some vaccines may take several weeks to become fully effective, … with you on your trip. Which immunizations do I need to get if I am planning to travel? The immunizations you need … good short-term protection. A second dose of vaccine should be given later for lifetime protection. A combined …
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… hands before approaching or touching the person with HIV. Get an annual flu vaccine to reduce the chance of getting … with the person who has HIV. Ask your doctor whether you should have any boosters or shots for measles, mumps, or … in the recommended age range, get the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. Contact the doctor of the person who has HIV …
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… want to know about immunizations? Are you wondering if you should have a cholesterol test? We can help. Get the information you need in topics such as: Health … Testing and Screening Gonioscopy Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Test of the Cervix Lung Cancer Screening: Low-Dose …
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… infection. Chickenpox can cause birth defects if the mother gets chickenpox while she is pregnant, and these can be fatal. Is there a vaccine? Yes, the chickenpox vaccine provides protection … reduce the spread of chickenpox, children with the illness should not attend daycare or school until 5 days after the …
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… is where you can look for answers. Safer Sex STI Testing: Should I Get Tested for a Sexually Transmitted Infection? Feeling … Chlamydia Tests Home Pregnancy Tests Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Test of the Cervix Pap Test Pelvic Examination …