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… Abnormal discharge from the penis Pain or a burning feeling when urinating Itching or irritation in the urethra – the … infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, external (“male”) and internal … genital warts (human papillomavirus (HPV)) and syphilis (when sores are present). Important things to remember when …
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… water. For example: nearby streams, rivers and lakes. When wildfire affects the surrounding trees, soil and … retardants and foams to fight wildfires is common in B.C. When good practices are followed, there is little risk to … drop quickly over time. Foams typically get burned-off when used on open flames, making it unlikely that they will …
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… alarms for bedwetting are worn on the body and make a sound when urine first touches the child's underclothing. The child is encouraged to try to "beat the buzzer." When the alarm sounds, the child: Gets out of bed and turns … alarms for bedwetting are worn on the body and make a sound when urine first touches the child's underclothing. The …
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… can be smoked, snorted, swallowed, or injected. When it is smoked or injected, the person feels an intense … experience effects of the drug for up to 12 hours or more. When it is snorted or taken by mouth, the person feels happy … can be smoked, snorted, swallowed, or injected. When it is smoked or injected, the person feels an intense …
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… washed every time. If you can, try to let the person choose when and how often they bathe. As you help to undress and … close in case they ask for help. Preparing for a sink bath When you help someone take a sink bath, start by gathering … washed every time. If you can, try to let the person choose when and how often they bathe. As you help to undress and …
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… unique. These resources can help you make informed choices when planning for the birth of your baby. Knowing more about …
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… varicella which are serious and sometimes fatal diseases. When you get your child immunized, you help protect others … Had a blood transfusion or received other blood products within the past 12 months Had a drop in platelets, the … by viruses. The viruses are easily spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. You can become …
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… Talk with your doctor or nurse if you don't feel well. When you wake up from surgery, you will have a bandage on … have a fever. You will have an exercise program to follow when you go home, even if you are still having … Why It Is Done Doctors recommend joint replacement surgery when shoulder pain and loss of function become severe and …
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… transfusion provides blood to an Rh-positive fetus when fetal red blood cells are being destroyed by the … immune system (Rh disease). These transfusions are done when: Doppler ultrasound of the middle cerebral artery … transfusion provides blood to an Rh-positive fetus when fetal red blood cells are being destroyed by the …
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… physical examination are important parts of the evaluation when the person has symptoms of dementia or Alzheimer's … providing information about the person's symptoms, such as when the symptoms were first noticed, how quickly they … physical examination are important parts of the evaluation when the person has symptoms of dementia or Alzheimer's …