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Spongy moth spraying

… to airborne spongy moth hairs, silken threads and shed skins during large-scale infestations has caused allergic reactions. Examples of symptoms include skin … while your property and nearby areas are being sprayed. You should wait until the spray has cleared from the air before …

Chlamydia

… Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by bacteria. The infection may occur in the rectum (the … as the cervix, and the fallopian tubes. To find out if you have chlamydia, you need to see a health care provider and … cause sexually-acquired reactive arthritis, which includes skin, eye and joint problems. It is also associated with a …

Trichomoniasis

… Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis . It is … that carries urine from the bladder). To find out if you have trichomoniasis, you need to see a health care provider … less effective at protecting against STIs transmitted by skin-to-skin contact, such as herpes simplex virus, genital …

Influenza flu immunization Myths and facts

… illness and even save lives. The influenza virus can cause serious illness and even death. The influenza vaccines … 65 years and older and in other high risk groups. Myth: I have never had influenza, so I do not need to get an … time. As a precaution, people with weakened immune systems should not get the live vaccine. Myth: The influenza …

Babys first foods

… food when your baby is calm, interested and alert. Try and have your baby’s meals at the same time as family meals so … vegetables and fruit, and soft ripe fruits without the skin Grated hard cheese Strips of toast with butter, … babies Coconut, oat, rice, and nut or seed beverages should not be offered before 2 years of age. They do not …

Pinkeye conjunctivitis

… the eyeball and the inside of the eyelid. It is usually caused by a virus or bacteria, and can spread easily to other … tell you if your child can return to school or daycare, or should stay home. If your child has been prescribed … such as a tissue, facecloth, towel or eye dropper that have been contaminated with discharge from the eye of an …

Pertussis whooping cough

… or whooping cough, is a serious infection of the airways caused by pertussis bacteria (germs). People of any age can get pertussis. Young children who have not been immunized get sicker than older children and … regardless of previous immunization history. The vaccine should be given at 27 to 32 weeks of pregnancy but may be …

Well water testing

… to 2 or more connections, you are a water supplier and have responsibilities under the Drinking Water Protection … ). You should contact your local health authority for further … that only supplies water to one connection (eg. a private household) you are responsible for testing your water to …

Shaken baby syndrome SBS

… a parent or caregiver gets frustrated, angry or upset because they are unable to console their crying baby and they … baby so dangerous? Shaking a baby is dangerous because they have fragile, under-developed brains. Their heads are heavy … close to your chest; your heartbeat may comfort your baby, skin-to-skin contact is favourable Follow your baby's cues …

Hearing loss in children

… talk and eventually to read and write. It is important to have your child’s hearing tested if you ever have concerns … loss is sometimes mistaken for other concerns, and it may cause a child to appear distracted or withdrawn. Parents are … (pain in the ear) Bad smell from the ear canal Reddened skin around the ear An object in the ear canal An injury to …