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… or Cryptococcus gattii (C. gattii) . This document is about the disease caused by C. gattii . Cryptococcus lives … in B.C., 10 to 25 people become sick from C. gattii , and about 16 per cent die. Some people are at a slightly higher …
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… as addictive as cigarettes. There is a lot we do not know about the long-term health risks of vaping. If you choose to … on the Canadian market. There is not a lot of evidence about their safety and potential risks are not yet clear. … As they are new products, very little evidence is available about their effectiveness as a cessation aid. If you are …
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… sometimes a rash on the body. These symptoms generally last about 1 week, but they can last for several weeks or months. … label for instructions on proper use. For more information about insect repellents, see HealthLinkBC File #96 Insect …
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… the use of pest control products containing Btk for about 40 years. It is the most widely used pest control … cleared from the air before going outdoors, usually after about 1 hour. For more information Sign up for the spongy …
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… wearing a mask? Check with your health care provider about whether you are well enough to spend time outside. You … information For more information, including information about BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) TB clinics, …
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… your lungs, making it harder to breathe. In North America, about 1 out of 3 people with HPS have died. Is there a … health unit or WorkSafe BC can provide more information about mask operation, use and limitations. For more …
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… Document Vietnamese What are ticks? Ticks are tiny bugs, about the size of a sesame seed, which feed on blood. … it as directed on the container. For more information about insect repellents and DEET, please visit HealthLinkBC …
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… close, especially bears and female moose with calves. Learn about the animals and wildlife in the area you’ll be … when mosquitoes are most active. If you have any concerns about an insect bite, contact your health care provider or …
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… begin. How does a person get CJD? Most cases of CJD, about 93 percent, occur without a known reason. 6 percent of …
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… the TB bacteria are sleeping or awake. For more information about TB skin testing, visit HealthLinkBC File #51d … information For more information, including information about BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) clinics, visit …
