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Scabies

… Vietnamese What is scabies? Scabies is a skin infestation caused by the parasite Sarcoptes scabiei or the human itch … Because itchiness and skin rashes have many causes, only your health care provider can confirm if you have scabies. … Scabies will not go away without treatment. Speak with your health care provider before you begin treatment. …

Q fever

… exists all over the world. The bacteria Coxiella burnetii causes Q fever. These bacteria can live for months and even … aborts their offspring. You can also get sick from touching your face after touching contaminated animal tissue or … or shows, careful cleaning is recommended. This includes your hands, footwear, vehicles and transport trailers This …

Cyanobacteria blooms blue-green algae

… called blue-green algae. In fact, cyanobacteria can cause blooms in a range of colours, including bright blue, … If you are unsure about the quality of the water, contact your local health authority. Are cyanobacteria harmful? … to cyanobacteria by drinking water or by getting it on your skin during recreational activities (swimming, boating …

Syphilis

… vaginal fluid Sharing sex toys Syphilis can also spread to your baby during pregnancy or birth. This is known as … can be transmitted during any of the 4 stages of infection. Your risk of having syphilis is greater if you already have … may be neurologic (hearing or vision loss, dizziness ) or cause damage to your brain, heart and other organs in your …

Allergy safe child care facilities

… be expected to be completely free of the foods that cause allergic reactions, they should make efforts to create … allergy safe for my child? Give the facility a copy of your child’s Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan completed by your child’s health care provider Provide written consent …

Tuberculosis TB skin test

… is Tuberculosis? Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when … a TST to see if you have ever been exposed to TB. It tells your health care provider if your body has “seen” the bacteria before. This test alone …

Outdoor air quality Sulphur dioxide SO2

… to the next and from one hour to the next. This is because air quality is influenced by several things: The types … reacts with other compounds in the air can also affect your health. These particles penetrate deeply into the … or heart disease, follow a management plan developed with your health care provider If you have symptoms such as …

Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… (an-nah-fil-axe-is). It often happens quickly and can cause death if not treated. If you are not sure whether your child is at risk of a severe allergic reaction, ask your child’s health care provider. Children and teens at …

Tetanus immune globulin

… short-term protection against the bacteria that cause tetanus (lockjaw). TIg contains large amounts of … who received TIg. Who should get tetanus immune globulin? Your health care provider may give you TIg if you have a … and have had less than 3 doses of a tetanus vaccine or your immunization history is unknown. TIg is recommended for …

Meningococcal quadrivalent vaccines

… polysaccharide or conjugate vaccines. The conjugate vaccine used in B.C. provides longer lasting protection against … people may need additional doses of the vaccine. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need more doses … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye …