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Cyclospora infection cyclosporiasis

… Cyclosporiasis is a foodborne intestinal infection caused by Cyclospora parasites. What are the symptoms? … with cyclosporiasis. How do I prevent cyclosporiasis? Wash your hands before, during and after preparing food Wash … and Asia into B.C. in the spring and summer will increase your risk of Cyclospora infection To reduce your risk of …

Rabies immune globulin and vaccine

… immediate, short-term protection against the virus that causes rabies. RabIg contains large amounts of antibodies … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye … of the throat, tongue or lips. Should this reaction occur, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency …

Sputum testing for Tuberculosis TB

… What is Tuberculosis (TB)? TB is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when … (or phlegm) is mucus that you cough up from deep inside your lungs. It is usually thick, cloudy and sticky. Sputum is not saliva (spit) as saliva comes from your mouth and is thin, clear and watery. Do not collect …

Cryptococcal disease C gattii

… also known as cryptococcosis, is a fungal infection caused by the fungus Cryptococcus neoformans or Cryptococcus … these symptoms especially for long periods of time, talk to your health care provider. Your health care provider can request tests if you show …

Swimmers itch

… What is swimmer's itch? Swimmer's itch is a skin rash caused by an allergic reaction to small worm-like parasites … there is a chance that one or more larvae will burrow under your skin. Since the larvae cannot survive in humans they … plants Use a pier or dock to enter the water to help reduce your risk of exposure, as there may be more larvae near the …

Burns and scalds in young children

… are at high risk of burns and scalds. The most common cause of burns and scalds in young children is from contact … should not be relied on to supervise younger children Check your child’s bath water with your elbow prior to placing them in the water; it should not …

Facts about chickenpox

… Vietnamese What is chickenpox? Chickenpox is an infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus. Chickenpox is usually a … for a person to get sick after exposure to the virus. If your child is exposed to chickenpox, watch for signs of the … If you have been exposed to the chickenpox virus, your treatment will depend on your age, personal health, and …

Waterborne infections in British Columbia

… infections? Waterborne infections are any illnesses caused by drinking water contaminated with certain germs or … or feces. If you have fever, swollen glands or changes in your vision, you should see your health care provider immediately. Who is more likely to …

Mumps

… Document Vietnamese What is mumps? Mumps is a disease caused by the mumps virus. Mumps was a common childhood … protect you against future exposures to the virus. Check your immunization record to see how many doses of mumps … of mumps vaccine are recommended for protection. Contact your health care provider to find out if you need to be …

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease CJD

… CJD can be found in every country around the world. What causes CJD? CJD is caused by an abnormal prion – a protein found on the surface … is passed to a person by instruments or transplanted tissue used in eye, brain or spine surgery. CJD is not contagious. …