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Heat-related illness

… thirsty and if you are active on a hot day. Ask your health care provider about how much water you should drink on hot … not cause changes in mental alertness. Consult a health care provider about changes in mental alertness in someone … hour, change, worsen or cause you concern, contact a health care provider. Call 9-1-1 if you suspect heat stroke, and …

Unpasteurized fruitvegetable juices and ciders A potential health risk

… not drink unpasteurized juice. Schools, child and adult day cares, hospitals and other facilities serving vulnerable … juice or cider may have made you ill, see a health care provider immediately and notify your local health …

Yersiniosis

… you have severe cramps or severe diarrhea, see your health care provider. How can I prevent yersiniosis? Always wash … for yersiniosis? If you have yersiniosis, your health care provider may give you an antibiotic, but sometimes this …

Outdoor air quality Sulphur dioxide SO2

… sensitive to sulphur dioxide, you may need to seek medical care. Long-term exposure to particles produced when sulphur … follow a management plan developed with your health care provider If you have symptoms such as coughing wheezing …

Salmonellosis

… These methods can thaw food at uneven rates, so take extra care to ensure the whole product is thoroughly thawed Use … a fecal or stool sample (bowel movement). Your health care provider may prescribe antibiotics if you have a severe …

Role of Pets in Human Disease

… systems should discuss the risk of disease with their healthcare provider before getting a pet For more information on … warm water and soap right after the injury. See your health care provider if a bite is deep, becomes infected, or your tetanus vaccination is not up to date. See your health care provider if the bite was unexpected or unprovoked or if …

Babys first foods

… have questions about feeding your baby, contact your health care provider or call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered … Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers HealthLinkBC: Reducing Risk of Food Allergy … Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby formula: Before you …

Caffeinated energy drinks

… Canadian Pediatric Society against their use. Parents and caregivers should be aware of the risks and side effects. If … many medications. Talk with a pharmacist or your health care provider before using energy drinks if you: Take … because the packaging is similar. Be sure to read the label carefully. For more information Health Canada: Sugary drinks …

Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution

… of pre-existing lung or heart conditions Increased health care use such as emergency room visits and hospital stays … to reduce wildfires. Practice safe backyard burning and careful use of campfires Limit the use of fireplaces and …

Facts about chickenpox

… chickenpox, children with the illness should not attend daycare or school until 5 days after the rash first appears or … had chickenpox or shingles in the past should see a health care provider immediately if they are exposed to, or get, … avoid hot baths and showers. Ask your pharmacist or health care provider about lotions that can reduce the itching. …