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Tuberculosis TB

… disease? Infection occurs when you breathe TB bacteria into your lungs and your body's defences stop the bacteria from growing and … care provider will ask you to wear a mask and stay at home to decrease the risk of spreading the disease. This is …

E coli infection

… Do not try cooking frozen or partially frozen meat Wash your hands thoroughly before preparing food, after handling … as a sauce on cooked meat unless the marinade is boiled first Serve cooked meats right away or keep them hot. They … File #03 Pasteurized and raw milk HealthLinkBC File #22 Home canning - How to avoid botulism HealthLinkBC File #59a …

Understanding harm reduction Substance use

… (agonist) therapies such as methadone or suboxone Take home naloxone kits. The kits include medication to reverse … about overdose recognition, prevention and the Take Home Naloxone (THN) program, visit: Toward the Heart …

Campylobacter infection

… with the food products you buy, and know how to prepare your food safely. Handle and prepare all raw poultry and … have a separate cutting board, cut all other ingredients first before cutting raw meats Wash and sanitize items that … ice cubes, washing uncooked fruits and vegetables, making baby formula, brushing teeth and washing dentures or contact …

Hearing loss in adults

… the age of 60 should schedule routine hearing tests every 2 years. If hearing loss is detected, hearing tests should be … what people say Have ringing, hissing or clicking noises in your ear What are the different types of hearing loss? There … or a hearing instrument practitioner without a referral. If your hearing seems to deteriorate or drop rapidly (over the …

Seniors as emergency response volunteers

… short-term assistance to residents displaced from their homes due to fire, floods, earthquakes or other emergencies. … contact an Emergency Management BC regional office in your area: … At the same time, you may have more stress coping with your own personal response to an emergency. You may face …

Wildfire Its effects on drinking water quality

… drinking water. Wildfire smoke can have a harmful effect on your body. Drinking lots of water helps reduce inflammation … retardants and foams. If inhaled or ingested, immediate first aid is likely not required. But, you should contact a … . For water and food safety information when you return home after a wildfire, read Recover after a wildfire …

Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults

… of nutritious foods and beverages each day helps to: Keep your bones and muscles strong Build a healthy immune system … with the nutrients and energy you need for good health. Use your plate as a guide. Aim to fill: Half your plate with … use calcium for healthy bones and muscles. Adults over 50 years of age need to take a daily vitamin D supplement of …

Cyclospora infection cyclosporiasis

… Central and South America and Asia. However, nearly every year in the spring and summer, B.C. residents are affected … 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 …

Q fever

… causes Q fever. These bacteria can live for months and even years in dust or soil. What are the symptoms of Q fever? … 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 …