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… outbreaks. Experts recommend that you delay pregnancy if you or your male partner has been … outbreaks. Experts recommend that you delay pregnancy if you or your male partner has been …
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… Although the risk is low, Canadian Blood Services has implemented a 21-day waiting … also be arranged through your doctor. Useful resources BC Centre for Disease Control … also provide direct diagnostic and treatment services to people with diseases that may …
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… long sleeve shirts, pants, closed-toe walking shoes, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen and … help avoid DVT, try to select an aisle seat. Walk up and down the aisle to stretch your … long sleeve shirts, pants, closed-toe walking shoes, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen and …
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… able to fight infections like pneumonia and tuberculosis. Medicines are the main treatment … able to fight infections like pneumonia and tuberculosis. Medicines are the main treatment … able to fight infections like pneumonia and tuberculosis. Medicines are the main treatment …
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… animals such as chimpanzees, gorillas, fruit bats and monkeys. It can spread to humans …
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… 25e What is hepatitis B virus infection? Hepatitis B is a disease of the liver caused … Your health care provider can order blood tests to see if you have a new HBV infection …
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… information about insect repellents, visit HealthLinkBC File #96 Insect repellents and … information about insect repellents, visit HealthLinkBC File #96 Insect repellents and …
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… 40b What are the symptoms of hepatitis C virus (HCV)? Most people who have HCV feel … visits, you may have physical exams and other tests to see how healthy your liver is. You …
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… 40d How can I prevent the spread of hepatitis B virus (HBV)? The Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) is spread by exposure … or body fluids from a person living with hepatitis B. There are vaccines available to …
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… 40a What is hepatitis C virus? Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a curable viral … in countries where the blood supply is not tested for hepatitis C. In Canada, this …
