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… Role of Pets in Human Disease Last updated September 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 61a … infected humans. Some of these diseases can be passed from your pet to you. What diseases can I catch from my pet? Pets such as dogs, …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the shingles vaccine? The shingles vaccine, … plans may cover the cost of the vaccine. Check with your provider. What are the benefits of the shingles … should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. Guillain-Barré syndrome …
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… Allergic Reaction On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Check … things can affect how your body responds to a symptom and what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . …
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… movements? You may be surprised at the number of diapers your newborn goes through every day. Many newborns have at … may have as many as 5 to 10 a day. Your baby may pass a stool after each feeding. The number of bowel movements may … healthy and growing, and as long as the stools aren't hard. What do newborn bowel movements look like? Your newborn …
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… Sexually Transmitted Infections On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … of both sexes, you may need to go through this triage tool twice (once as "male" and once as "female"). This will … things can affect how your body responds to a symptom and what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is mumps? Mumps is a disease caused by the mumps virus. … protect you against future exposures to the virus. Check your immunization record to see how many doses of mumps … should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be …
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… or working in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least … vaccines you receive and take this with you on your trip. What is the traveller’s diarrhea and cholera vaccine? The … (ETEC). These bacteria are found in the bowel movements (stool) of infected people. People who use the bathroom …
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… Conditions Basics Conditions Basics What is jaundice in newborns? Jaundice is a yellow tint to a … checked for jaundice within 72 hours after birth. If your baby is at risk for jaundice, your doctor may want to … old red blood cells. It leaves the body through urine and stool. When you're pregnant, your body removes bilirubin from …
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… Overview Overview How does your weight affect your pregnancy? Most pregnant women have … visits, and follow your doctor's or midwife's advice about what to do and what to avoid during pregnancy. Should you … . Accessed November 16, 2017. Adaptation Date: 6/13/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is the spongy moth? The spongy moth ( Lymantria dispar … in B.C., the insect has not become permanently established due to successful eradication efforts. Many methods are used … by health care providers. If you feel concerned, speak to your health care provider. If you wish to avoid contact with …
