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… countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider or visit a travel clinic … to travel or work in these areas. Most travellers following the usual tourist … please visit HealthLinkBC File #41a Health advice for travellers . Mature minor consent …
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… . How do I prevent traveller's diarrhea? An oral vaccine to help protect against … as Gastrolyte®. When planning a trip, buy ORS packets before leaving Canada and include them … as Gastrolyte®. When planning a trip, buy ORS packets before leaving Canada and include them …
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… streams Animal bites Except in Antarctica, rabies occurs worldwide with a higher risk in … is spread by licks, bites or scratches from rabies-infected domestic and wild animals Do … Ask local health authorities if you need rabies treatment. Contact your local health …
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… Overview What you pack in your first aid kit will depend on where and how long you … Oral rehydration solution packets Basic first aid items (adhesive bandages, gauze, …
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… effect of any medicines being taken, such as oral contraceptives or antimalarials. How is … over-the-counter medicine. These may include bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol) or loperamide …
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… other symptoms. High: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral High fever: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral … Antacids. Proton pump inhibitors, such as omeprazole (Prilosec) and lansoprazole … medicines (such as Pepto-Bismol) and iron tablets can make the stool black. Eating lots …
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… watch the symptoms and seek care in the morning. If the symptoms get worse, seek care … watch the symptoms and seek care in the morning. If the symptoms get worse, seek care …
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… you take over-the-counter medicine, such as loperamide (such as Imodium). Read and follow … you take over-the-counter medicine, such as loperamide (such as Imodium). Read and follow …
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… a decrease in the consistency of stools that causes the discharge of watery, loose stools. … that contains the Giardia lamblia parasite can cause diarrhea that develops 1 to 4 weeks … irritable bowel syndrome , and certain medicines . Occasionally, persistent diarrhea …
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… Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family … MD - Family Medicine H. Michael O'Connor MD - Emergency Medicine Current as of: March 1, … Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine & Adam Husney MD - Family …
