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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is a vaginal yeast infection? A vaginal yeast infection … infection caused by the overgrowth of yeast in the vagina. What causes vaginal yeast infections? Vaginal yeast … treatment. Both men and women can get yeast infections. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is chronic hepatitis? Chronic hepatitis is an … drinking coffee if you don’t drink or tolerate it. What if I am too tired to prepare meals? It can be hard to … Put the leftovers in the freezer to have at another meal. What if I’m losing weight? If you are underweight, losing …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are opioids? Opioids are a class of drug or medication … used and in ways that are well understood and managed. What is an opioid overdose? An opioid drug overdose happens … are now the leading cause of unnatural deaths in B.C. What is naloxone? Naloxone is a drug that can temporarily …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is mumps? Mumps is a disease caused by the mumps virus. … kissing someone who has the virus can also put you at risk. What are the symptoms? Symptoms may include fever, sore … can appear from 12 to 25 days after mumps virus infection. What if I have been exposed to mumps? If you have been …
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… is detected, hearing tests should be conducted once a year. What are the signs that you may have hearing loss? You may … or following conversations Must concentrate to understand what people say Have ringing, hissing or clicking noises in your ear What are the different types of hearing loss? There are 2 …
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… vaccines you receive and take this with you on your trip. What is the traveller’s diarrhea and cholera vaccine? The … at home. It is important to follow the instructions. What are the possible reactions after the vaccine? Reactions … number. It is important to always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should …
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… Overview Self-Care What are warts? Warts are skin growths caused by a virus. … have your doctor freeze it for you. Removing the wart with surgery (electrosurgery, curettage, laser surgery). Surgery is more likely …
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… travel plans, recreational activities, medical needs, and what you should pack in your travel health kit Contact your … and to ensure that you have the right vaccinations Find out what kind of medical care will be available at your travel … plan to a local medical facility with a safe blood supply What immunizations should I have before I travel? If your …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is yersiniosis? Yersiniosis is an intestinal infection … mouth after they have handled an infected pet or animal. What are the symptoms? Symptoms usually appear 3 to 7 days … safety Maintain a clean kitchen Protect foods from rodents What is the treatment for yersiniosis? If you have …
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… activity that repeatedly jams one bone end against another. What are the symptoms? Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) may … to decrease. The bone may take a full year to heal. Surgery may be necessary to remove or repair loose pieces of … to decrease. The bone may take a full year to heal. Surgery may be necessary to remove or repair loose pieces of …
