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Scabies

… the skin reacts to the mites, their eggs or their feces. How is scabies spread? Scabies is usually spread by … scabies before, symptoms usually start within a few days. How do I know I have scabies? The most common sign of … to your partners about safer sex, since condoms might not stop scabies from spreading. What should be cleaned in my …

Food safety in child care facilities

… child-care facilities can help prevent foodborne illness. How can I prevent foodborne illness? Clean Wash your hands … at first. Place them in the fridge when steaming stops Leave food uncovered until it reaches fridge … nausea or vomiting, you should not prepare food for others. How can parents pack food safely? If you send food with your …

A decision-making guide for patients diagnosed with cataracts

… fuzzy or hazy vision Headlights being too bright at night Problems with glare in the sun Problems reading small print Trouble seeing in dim light … the way you see colours Vision "doubled" by a shadow image How are cataracts removed? Cataract surgery is a "Day …

Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults

… foods lower in sodium. The percent daily value (%DV) shows you if the food has a little or a lot of sodium. 5% DV … tea, specialty coffees and teas and hot chocolate Sweetened alcoholic drinks Cakes, cookies, muffins, pastry, chocolate …

Pinkeye conjunctivitis

… air pollution or other physical or chemical irritants; however the information provided in this HealthLinkBC File … course) of the antibiotics and that they are taken on time. How is it spread? Pinkeye caused by a bacterial or viral … hand washing, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of germs Don't rub or touch the infected …

Molluscum contagiosum

… become swollen and turn red as the body fights the virus. How does the infection spread? A molluscum infection is … humid climates, but it can be found throughout the world. How is it treated? In healthy people, the bumps will usually … sexual contact. If the symptoms cause concern, or to stop them from spreading, a health care provider may use any …

Insect repellents and DEET

… to pregnant or breastfeeding mothers, or their children. However, pregnant or breastfeeding women may wish to … years . Use an insect repellent containing 30% or less DEET How long will repellents with DEET provide protection? If … again If you suspect a reaction to the insect repellent, stop using it and wash the treated skin. Call the poison …

Cervicitis

… examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? The sexually transmitted organisms that … I am taking antibiotics? There is very little evidence to show that antibiotics stop hormonal forms of birth control from working. Examples …

Toilet learning

… to become independent in toileting. Start when your child shows you they are ready. Make toilet learning a positive … of you. Be patient – your child is learning a new skill. How do I know my child is ready for toilet learning? Most … the toilet or potty with soap and water Be prepared to stop the learning process if needed and start up again …

Hearing loss in children

… or talking clearly. What can I do if I think my child has problems hearing? Hearing loss can be hard to detect. Mild … my child’s hearing? Often hearing loss is not preventable. However, you can help protect your child’s hearing by having … substances such as cigarette smoke. For more information on how second-hand smoke can harm babies and children, see …