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Bed bugs

… or mental health symptoms, please consult your health care provider or call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered … and other utility services enter) Eliminate clutter Be careful what you bring into your house: Check furniture and … local health authority if you need help. Building owners should check municipal bylaws before attempting …

Indoor air quality

… such as furniture, drapes and carpets, and in personal care products. Cleaning agents, paints, lacquers and … information, visit HealthLinkBC File #32 Asbestos: When should I worry? Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive … of pollution or reduce the level of emissions. This step should always be considered first to improve indoor air …

Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

Babys first foods

… babies Coconut, oat, rice, and nut or seed beverages should not be offered before 2 years of age. They do not … have questions about feeding your baby, contact your health care provider or call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered … Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers HealthLinkBC: Reducing Risk of Food Allergy …

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 … child is not getting enough iron, discuss with a health care provider. HealthLinkBC File #69c Baby’s first foods … Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby formula: Before you …

Food safety Easy ways to make food safer

Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… very severe pain at the site of a wound. Always take good care of minor cuts to reduce the chance of the tissues under … not had chickenpox or the chickenpox (varicella) vaccine should get the vaccine. For information about the chickenpox …

Dietary Fats and Your Health

… they are less likely to go rancid, extending the shelf life of packaged products. Read the food label to see how …

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 … in the area Read and follow the directions on the label carefully Set bait in areas where there is no access to … bleach and 10 parts water can also be used. Pour mixture carefully onto the area to avoid disturbing any virus …

Petting zoo and open farm visits

… after visiting a petting zoo or open farm, see your health care provider right away. Who is most at risk of becoming … germs can spread to people. For this reason, the public should not be involved in the animal birthing process. Which …