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… may be because: The water does not have adequate treatment Tests show the presence of “fecal coliform” or E. Coli … HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #05b Well Water Testing HealthLinkBC File #49f Wildfire: Its Effects on …
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… the manufacturer’s directions carefully for recommended testing and frequency procedures, to make sure your canner … Fill the jar leaving the recommended space at the top. Use tested recipes when canning, for safety. Wash hands with …
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… disinfectant level and add disinfectant if it is low. Then, test the disinfectant level before entering the water to … reach of children. Your local pool supplier may offer water testing services to help you properly maintain water quality …
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… ? Campylobacter is a bacteria that infects the intestinal tract. Very rarely, it can also infect the blood … It is the most commonly reported bacterial enteric (intestinal) disease in B.C. What are the symptoms of a … feces are ingested. Campylobacter live in the intestines of many animals including chickens, cows, pigs, …
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… disease (CJD)? Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a rare, degenerative, fatal disease of the brain. Early symptoms may … A tentative diagnosis of CJD is made based on: Symptoms Tests on the fluid surrounding the spinal cord Brain images …
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… Ticks found on a British Columbia resident can be tested or identified by: Submitting a photo of the tick to … Control Public Health Laboratory for tick-borne disease testing Kill the tick before disposing of it by drowning it … your health care provider when and where a tick bit you. General symptoms of fever, headache, muscle and joint pains, …
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… It’s also when your baby needs more than just human milk (breast milk) or infant formula to meet their growing … feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69k) Breastfeeding or chestfeeding (#70) … Iron-rich foods for …
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… What is Giardia ? Giardia is a parasite that infects the intestines of humans and animals. When a person gets sick, the … in settings such as child care centers. The risk is greatest for young children who are not yet toilet-trained where … resistant to chlorine so treating water with chlorine is generally not effective in removing the parasite. For more …
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… What is cyclosporiasis? Cyclosporiasis is a foodborne intestinal infection caused by Cyclospora parasites. What are … your health care provider. Cyclosporiasis is diagnosed by testing a stool sample. Your health care provider may …
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… Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE). It is a very rare, degenerative and fatal brain disease that can occur in people. … A tentative diagnosis of vCJD is made based on: Symptoms Tests on the fluid surrounding the spinal cord Brain images …
