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… that aren't caused by your pregnancy, like a cold or influenza (flu). Or you may have a mild headache, mild fever, … that aren't caused by your pregnancy, like a cold or influenza (flu). Or you may have a mild headache, mild …
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… parts of the world. Is there a rubella vaccine? There are 2 vaccines available in B.C. that provide protection against … be collected to make the diagnosis of rubella. How can I prevent spreading rubella to others? A person with rubella … comfortable while you rest and recover. Drink plenty of fluids such as water, juice and soup, especially if you have …
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… spread among people through direct contact with: The body fluids of someone who has the disease or who died from it. … system is and the quality of care you get. How can you prevent infection? If you work in health care or a … system is and the quality of care you get. How can you prevent infection? If you work in health care or a …
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… Contact with blood or body fluids: Protecting against infection Last updated November … own antibodies against the virus. There is no vaccine to prevent infection with hepatitis C. Blood tests will show if … exposure puts you at risk of these infections. How do I prevent the spread of infection to others? Sometimes it is …
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… bought off the shelf at the pharmacy. What are ways I can prevent getting a vaginal yeast infection? Some ways to … A, B and human papillomavirus (HPV) can be prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get … and genital warts (#101a) Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines (#101b) … Vaginal yeast infection …
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… has protein and extra calories to keep up your strength and prevent weight loss. Get some physical activity every day, … as Jell-O. Avoid infections such as COVID-19, colds, and influenza (flu). Wash your hands often. Get a pneumococcal … a flu vaccine every year. Stay up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines. Do not smoke. If you need help quitting, talk to …
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… example, it may be caused by the herpes virus (chickenpox), influenza (flu), or measles. The infection inflames the … without warning. It may start 1 to 2 weeks after you've had influenza (flu) or a cold. It is often severe enough to make …
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… #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of germs . How do I prevent traveller's diarrhea? An oral vaccine to help … careful about what you eat and drink are the best ways to prevent traveller’s diarrhea. The following tips can help … drinking water . How do I treat traveller's diarrhea? Fluids The most important treatment for diarrhea is to …
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… bandages and mosquito repellent. Bring medication to help prevent and treat diarrhea Have a dental check-up Take an … Always use a condom for sexual intercourse. Condoms cannot prevent every case of sexually transmitted infections, but … Avoid engaging in sexual activities that permit sexual fluids to enter your body Injury prevention Wear closed-toe …
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… Health Tools What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor … may be overlooked or mistaken for another illness, like influenza (flu). How is it diagnosed? The doctor will ask …
