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Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… cervix or rectum. Most of the time HPV infection does not have any symptoms, and will go away on its own without … time. For an accurate diagnosis, a health care provider should check all suspicious bumps and lesions. Cervical … are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Lambskin and sheepskin condoms can help …

Urethritis

… and HealthLinkBC File #08l Chlamydia . To find out if you have urethritis, you should be examined by a health care provider and have lab … are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Lambskin and sheepskin condoms can help …

Immunization for health care workers in BC

… assigned staff in the workplace. The employer and employee should keep records of all immunizations and laboratory test … recommended for all health care workers. Most adults will have completed a primary series of polio vaccine as … and pain in the joints. Infections in the first 3 months of pregnancy can cause severe harm to a developing baby; about …

Burns and scalds in young children

… curious and mobile as they develop Infants and toddlers have thinner skin than adults (the top layer of a child’s … The hot water temperature at the taps in the bathroom should be set to 49°C to reduce the potential severity of a … when the child is bathing or in the kitchen; older children should not be relied on to supervise younger children Check …

Financial abuse of older adults

… risk in doing so. Financial abuse is more likely to occur during an older adult’s health crisis or after a major … partner or close friend dies. They are grieving, and they have many decisions to make. What are the health effects of … Make sure you understand every document you sign What should I do if I see a crime or harmful situation? Call the …

Seniors falls can be prevented

… more someone falls, the more likely it is that they will have a severe fall leading to injuries. You can use the … brain healthy and improves mood Adults aged 65 and older should do at least 150 minutes (about 2 and a half hours) of … walking briskly and water aerobics Adults aged 65 and older should also do activities that strengthen major muscle …

Newborn blood spot card screening

… about their health. A newborn baby can look healthy but have a rare and serious disorder that you and your doctor or … may not know about. Newborn screening finds babies who may have one of these rare disorders. Finding and treating these … babies born each year (1 out of every 750) who are found to have one of these disorders. What will my baby be screened …

Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis

… damages your liver so it doesn’t work well. If you have cirrhosis or other complications, your nutrition needs … bean or lentil soup with whole grain crackers When you have the energy to cook, make more than you need. Put the leftovers in the freezer to have at another meal. What if I’m losing weight? If you are …

Hearing tests for infants and children

… them. If your child cannot hear well, they will likely have trouble learning oral language, learning to talk and … they need to be successful. Why does my baby need to have their hearing screened? Every year in B.C., about 100 … sounds. This is why it is important that every baby have a newborn hearing screening. What will a hearing …

Your babys immune system and vaccines

… how vaccines work with the immune system. Yes No If you have answered ‘no’ to any of the above, read on to learn … What is the immune system and how does it work? You may have heard about viruses and bacteria, often called germs. … time. To protect your baby as soon as possible, your baby should get their vaccines starting at 2 months of age. Most …