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Poison Ivy
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is poison ivy? Poison ivy can be found in every province except Newfoundland and Labrador. It has 2 forms. One form grows low to the ground. It is usually found…
Pneumonia
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is pneumonia? Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. It causes the air sacs (alveoli) of the lungs to get inflamed (irritated and swollen). They may fill up with fluid…
Plantar Fasciitis
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is the plantar fascia? The plantar fascia is a band of tissue, much like a tendon, that starts at your heel and goes along the bottom of your foot. It…
Pinworm Infection
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What are pinworms? Pinworms are small, white worms that live in the intestines. Pinworm infections are common in young children and are easily treated. SYMPTOMS How will I know my child…
Pilonidal Cyst
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is a pilonidal cyst? A pilonidal cyst is a small sac inside the skin that is usually located near the tailbone at the top of the buttocks crease. Pilonidal (say:…
Peripheral Arterial Disease and Claudication
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is peripheral arterial disease? Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a problem with blood flow in the arteries, especially those in the legs. Arteries are blood vessels that carry blood from…
OTC Medicines: Know Your Risk and Reduce Them
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. What risks are involved in taking an OTC medicine? Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines are medicines you can buy without a prescription from your health care provider. OTC medicines can help you feel better…
Parkinson’s Disease
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is Parkinson’s disease? Parkinson’s disease is a disorder that affects the nervous system and causes problems with muscle movement. Normally, nerve cells that make a chemical called dopamine send signals…
Rosacea
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is rosacea? Rosacea (say: “rose-ay-shah”) is a condition that affects the skin on the face. SYMPTOMS What are the symptoms of rosacea? Rosacea often begins as redness that looks like…
Rheumatoid Arthritis
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is rheumatoid arthritis? Rheumatoid (say: “roo-mah-toyd”) arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation and pain in your joints. It can also affect other parts of your body, such…