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Urethritis

… Urethritis Last updated February 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08b Sexually Transmitted … For more information about gonorrhea and chlamydia, see HealthLinkBC File #08a Gonorrhea and HealthLinkBC File #08l Chlamydia . To find out if you have …

Cervicitis

… Cervicitis Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08f Sexually Transmitted … find out if you have cervicitis, you must be examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it … to you or your partner(s). If this happens, talk with your health care provider who will help you to decide if you need …

Suicidal Thoughts or Threats

… or worthless. These feelings may come from having a mental health problem, such as depression. These problems can be … someone you know talks about suicide, self-harm, a mental health crisis, a substance use crisis, or any other kind of … history of severe anxiety , depression , or other mental health problem, such as bipolar disorder or schizophrenia A …

Preventing Tooth Decay in Young Children

… prevent tooth decay in young children by adopting these healthy habits. Teach your child to brush and floss every … only as directed. Normal amounts of fluoride added to public water supplies and bottled water are safe for … only as directed. Normal amounts of fluoride added to public water supplies and bottled water are safe for …

Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… Help stop the spread of germs Last updated June 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 85 Download PDF Document English … Wash your hands often to keep yourself and others healthy. Hand washing is the most important thing you can do … the tap and open the door when you leave if you are in a public restroom If soap and water are not available, use an …

Learning About Rescue Breathing and CPR for Babies Under 1 Year

… Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are in many public places. Before you use an AED, follow all the steps … child takes. Where can you learn more? Go to https://www.healthwise.net/patientEd Enter Y708 in the search box to … Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are in many public places. Before you use an AED, follow all the steps …

Quitting Smoking

… you smoke, quitting is the best thing you can do for your health. Smoking increases your risk for cancer, diabetes, … help you need to finally quit smoking and start leading a healthier life today. Visit our topics to get information … Quitting Smoking: Coping With Cravings and Withdrawal Health Topics Make a Wise Decision Take Action Open/close …

Interactive Tools

… Use any of them to start learning more about your health. Health and Fitness Tools Do Your BMI and Waist Size Increase Your Health Risks? How Bad Are Your Urinary Symptoms From Benign …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… inflammatory disease (PID) Last updated September 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08c Sexually Transmitted … PID. To find out if you have PID, you must be examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it … (IV) antibiotic treatment. You should return to your health care provider 3 to 7 days after starting treatment if …

Molluscum contagiosum

… Molluscum contagiosum Last updated June 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 08i Sexually Transmitted … it can be found throughout the world. How is it treated? In healthy people, the bumps will usually go away on their own … symptoms cause concern, or to stop them from spreading, a health care provider may use any of the following …