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West Nile virus

… sometimes a rash on the body. These symptoms generally last about 1 week, but they can last for several weeks or months. … label for instructions on proper use. For more information about insect repellents, see HealthLinkBC File #96 Insect …

Spongy moth spraying

… the use of pest control products containing Btk for about 40 years. It is the most widely used pest control … cleared from the air before going outdoors, usually after about 1 hour. For more information Sign up for the spongy …

Rabies

… by any animal outside of B.C. you should get medical advice about rabies prevention treatment on site and again upon … a rabies exposure in another country, get information about the products used, including copies of the immune …

Syphilis

… Secondary stage The secondary stage usually starts about 14 to 90 days after getting infected. In this stage, a … If you are pregnant, speak to your health care provider about your risk of getting STIs, including syphilis. They …

Managing constipation with diet adults

… a bowel obstruction, check with your health care provider about whether a high fibre diet is right for you. Diet … your body depend on them. Talk to your health care provider about the use of laxatives to manage your constipation. …

Japanese encephalitis vaccine

… a long period of time, talk to your health care provider about the risks of Japanese encephalitis. Discuss the … by a virus. Symptoms appear 5 to 15 days after infection. About 1 in 200 infected with the virus will develop …

Meal and snack ideas for your 1 to 3 year old child

… Offer your child 3 small meals and 2 to 3 snacks at about the same time each day. This will help them build … for children ages 5 and under If you have questions about your child’s food intake, call 8-1-1 to speak to a …

Home isolation for Tuberculosis TB

… wearing a mask? Check with your health care provider about whether you are well enough to spend time outside. You … information For more information, including information about BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) TB clinics, …

Maintenance and operation of onsite sewage systems

… to graze on the dispersal area If you have questions about how sewage systems work or about local requirements, contact your regional health …

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… your lungs, making it harder to breathe. In North America, about 1 out of 3 people with HPS have died. Is there a … health unit or WorkSafe BC can provide more information about mask operation, use and limitations. For more …