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… are usually active at night. If you see bats during the day, they may not be normal. … type of infection Seek medical care from your health care provider or local public health unit right away After exposure to a …
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… get rabies, because most of them get rabies vaccines. Pets that stay indoors are very … the pet's veterinarian that the pet got the vaccine.) Avoid contact with stray dogs, … get rabies, because most of them get rabies vaccines. Pets that stay indoors are very …
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… 07b What are rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine? Rabies immune globulin (RabIg) provides immediate, … are proteins that a person’s immune system makes to fight germs, such as bacteria …
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… that matches the body parts (such as ovaries, testes, prostate, breasts, penis, or vagina) … that matches the body parts (such as ovaries, testes, prostate, breasts, penis, or vagina) …
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… reduce the risk Women who only use diaphragms should male partners to use condoms as well. … reduce the risk Women who only use diaphragms should male partners to use condoms as well. …
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… make wonderful companions and help keep us healthy and active. However, like people, they … diseases that these animals can spread, see HealthLinkBC File #61b Petting Zoo and Open … the garden to keep them out. Wear gloves during gardening and wash your hands after …
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41c Travel Series The content from ImmunizeBC.ca has moved to HealthLinkBC.ca/immunizations . You’ll find information on vaccines, immunization schedules, after care, and vaccine-preventable diseases …
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Overview When you spend time around an animal—whether it's a pet, a farm animal, or a wild animal—there's a chance you can pick up an infection. Some infections can seem mild, but others can be quite …
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… not drink water in the wilderness without treating it first. Parasites and bacteria found … loss and fatigue lasting up to several weeks. People and certain domestic and wild animals … can also be affected by people practicing unhealthy backcountry hygiene. If proper toilets …
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… include aging, drinking too much alcohol, eating a lot of sodium (salt), being … What can you do to prevent it? A heart-healthy lifestyle can help you prevent high … overweight or obese. Not getting exercise or physical activity. Race. People of …
