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… through Provincial TB Services and public health units. How does it spread? TB spreads from person to person through … TB bacteria into your lungs and your body's defences stop the bacteria from growing and making you sick. A person … throughout your body. You may or may not feel sick, as how you feel depends on where the TB bacteria are growing. …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese How can I prevent the spread of hepatitis B virus (HBV)? The … provider as soon as possible, preferably within 48 hours How is hepatitis B virus not spread? HBV is not spread by … stay as healthy as possible if I am living with HBV? Avoid alcohol as it causes liver damage and can increase liver …
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… unprotected sex. ECPs that contain progestin and ulipristal stop or delay ovulation (an egg being released from the … cervical mucus or the ability of sperm to bind to the egg. However, like any contraceptive method, these pills are not … for people who have a greater body mass index (see How can I tell if the pills worked or not?). It is very …
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… can get into the bloodstream and cause kidney disease. How is it spread? Impetigo is very infectious. It spreads … information, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of germs . A child with impetigo should not … With treatment, impetigo should be gone in about 7 days. How can you help? Keep your child with impetigo at home …
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… the skin reacts to the mites, their eggs or their feces. How is scabies spread? Scabies is usually spread by … scabies before, symptoms usually start within a few days. How do I know I have scabies? The most common sign of … to your partners about safer sex, since condoms might not stop scabies from spreading. What should be cleaned in my …
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… child-care facilities can help prevent foodborne illness. How can I prevent foodborne illness? Clean Wash your hands … at first. Place them in the fridge when steaming stops Leave food uncovered until it reaches fridge … nausea or vomiting, you should not prepare food for others. How can parents pack food safely? If you send food with your …
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… fuzzy or hazy vision Headlights being too bright at night Problems with glare in the sun Problems reading small print Trouble seeing in dim light … the way you see colours Vision "doubled" by a shadow image How are cataracts removed? Cataract surgery is a "Day …
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… air pollution or other physical or chemical irritants; however the information provided in this HealthLinkBC File … course) of the antibiotics and that they are taken on time. How is it spread? Pinkeye caused by a bacterial or viral … hand washing, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of germs Don't rub or touch the infected …
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… to pregnant or breastfeeding mothers, or their children. However, pregnant or breastfeeding women may wish to … years . Use an insect repellent containing 30% or less DEET How long will repellents with DEET provide protection? If … again If you suspect a reaction to the insect repellent, stop using it and wash the treated skin. Call the poison …
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… to become independent in toileting. Start when your child shows you they are ready. Make toilet learning a positive … of you. Be patient – your child is learning a new skill. How do I know my child is ready for toilet learning? Most … the toilet or potty with soap and water Be prepared to stop the learning process if needed and start up again …
