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Cervicitis

… If the infection is sexually transmitted, sexual partners should be tested and treated. It takes time for the infection to clear from the body, so it …

Wildfire Its effects on drinking water quality

… If you are on a community water system, your water supplier should check your water system and the quality of your drinking water. If there are concerns, they should speak to you. If your drinking water comes from your … wildfires include: Fires at, or upstream, of your water intake Changes in water appearance, clarity, colour, smell …

Aerial spraying for native defoliators in BCs forests

… insect species, larval development and weather. Spraying takes place very early in the morning and continues … while your property and nearby areas are being sprayed. You should wait until the spray has cleared from the air before …

Indoor air quality Volatile organic compounds VOCs

… still has a strong smell. Leave the clothing at the shop or take it out of the plastic wrapping and hang it in a …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… you want to try rat poison, there are certain things you should consider: Set out non-poisoned food for a few days … rodents from living on my property? There are steps you can take to prevent rodents on your property. 1. Eliminate food …

Numbing Creams and Patches for Immunizations

… and these may have different instructions for how they should be used. Use of these products will change depending … on the back of your child’s arm (B), half way between their shoulder and elbow. For the 12 month visit, do this again on … age are given in the upper arm. The numbing cream or patch should be applied to the upper arm as shown for children at …

Unpasteurized fruitvegetable juices and ciders A potential health risk

… or those being treated for cancer) These vulnerable groups should not drink unpasteurized juice. Schools, child and … hospitals and other facilities serving vulnerable groups should not sell or serve unpasteurized juice. Children on field trips to farms or farm markets should not be offered unpasteurized juice. How do I know if …

Gonorrhea

… the early symptoms are sometimes so mild that they are mistaken for a bladder infection or dismissed as a mild vaginal … last sexual partner will need to be tested and treated. It takes time for the infection to clear from the body, so it … treatment. If you are pregnant and/or breastfeeding, you should have a follow-up test 3 to 4 weeks after completing …

Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… Offer iron-rich foods every day Your baby’s first foods should be rich in iron. Offer your baby iron-rich foods: At … foods Too much milk can fill up your child’s tummy and take the place of iron-rich foods. Do not offer more than 3 …

Indoor air quality Combustion by-products

… wood stoves are installed and maintained correctly. Doors should be tight-fitting to prevent leakage Use only aged or … Make sure fresh air-intake vents are not blocked or covered Do not have air-intake … of Canada: Combustion Gases in Your Home – Things You Should Know About Combustion Spillage …