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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 … fireplace or glass-fronted gas fireplaces Open fireplaces Household appliances, such as irons, space heaters, and bottle warmers How can burns be prevented? Burns and scalds are …

Seniors as emergency response volunteers

… support resources Crisis information Reuniting families How can I become a volunteer? In British Columbia, the … . How can I manage stress while volunteering? Being a …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… Abuse and neglect of older adults: Understanding gender … a disabling condition and relies on others for help. How do men and women experience abuse differently? Abuse hurts both older women and older men. However, they may face different risks and be affected in …

Disinfecting drinking water

… drinking water. These pathogens may include bacteria, viruses or parasites (e.g., Campylobacter , Salmonella, Giardia … drinking water suppliers disinfect water to make it safe. However, you may need to disinfect your own drinking water, … because: The water does not have adequate treatment Tests show the presence of “fecal coliform” or E. Coli bacteria, an …

Caring for seniors in long-term care in an emergency

… care when planning for, or responding to emergencies. How are family members cared for in a long-term care … at risk of harm, such as wandering? If they are a wanderer, how can you make your home safe and secure Things to think … and security of your home Preparing your home with a household emergency plan Preparing an emergency kit with food, …

Febrile seizures fever seizures

… seizure, also known as a fever seizure, is a seizure caused by a fever. They can occur when your child has a fever … Febrile seizures usually last from 30 seconds to 2 minutes. However, they can be as short as a few seconds or last for more than 15 minutes. How serious is a febrile seizure? A febrile seizure is not …

Typhoid vaccine

… helps protect against typhoid disease, an infection caused by typhoid bacteria. The vaccine is approved by Health … the disease (it is about 50 to 55 percent effective). However, it is also very important to have good personal … same house or have sexual contact with a typhoid carrier How is the vaccine given? The typhoid vaccine is either …

Roseola

… Vietnamese What is roseola? Roseola is a common illness caused by a virus. It mainly affects children between 6 months … nose, diarrhea, vomiting, and swollen glands in the neck. However, not all children have these symptoms. When should … HealthLinkBC File #112 Febrile seizures (fever seizures) . How does roseola spread? Roseola is spread through saliva …

Measles

… Vietnamese What is measles? Measles is a serious illness caused by the measles virus. It can cause encephalitis, an … #14e Measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) vaccine . How is measles spread? Measles is very contagious and … sample will be collected to make the diagnosis of measles. How can I prevent spreading measles to others? A person with …

Rubella

… Rubella, also known as German measles, is a disease caused by the rubella virus. Rubella is usually a mild illness … due to routine immunization. Cases still occur in Canada, however, in babies born to women who immigrate to Canada as … has never been found to cause Congenital Rubella Syndrome. How is rubella spread? Rubella is spread by contact with …