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Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… can cause death if not treated. If you are not sure whether your child is at risk of a severe allergic reaction, ask your child’s health care provider. Children and teens at … Carry it with you when you and your child are away from home. Help your child avoid their food allergens. Eating …

Maintenance and operation of onsite sewage systems

… Vietnamese When are onsite sewage systems used? Any home or building that is not connected to a municipal or … of all parts of the sewage system. This way you and your maintenance provider can find information based on the … sewage systems work or about local requirements, contact your regional health authority at: …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… for Nutrition, Food service and Dining in Long Term Care Homes at … for-Nutrition,-Food-Service-and-Dining-in-Long-Term-Care-LTC-Homes.pdf (PDF, 4.4 MB) Standard names and definitions for …

Giardia infection

… cells lining the intestinal tract. This damage may cause your body to have trouble absorbing nutrients. These types … and treated? If you think you have giardiasis, see your health care provider for testing, advice and treatment. … it is possible for you to spread Giardia to others. Stay home if you have diarrhea or vomiting. Do not return to work …

Toilet learning

… toilet, or to become independent in toileting. Start when your child shows you they are ready. Make toilet learning a positive experience. Your child will learn a new skill and feel a sense of … until they are comfortable using the bathroom away from home Boys usually learn to pee sitting down first. This is …

Prenatal ultrasound

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Your health care provider may request that you have one or more ultrasound scans during your pregnancy. These prenatal ultrasound scans provide … important medical information that will help you and your health care provider create the best care plan for you …

Sputum testing for Tuberculosis TB

… (or phlegm) is mucus that you cough up from deep inside your lungs. It is usually thick, cloudy and sticky. Sputum is not saliva (spit) as saliva comes from your mouth and is thin, clear and watery. Do not collect … this test. Why should I do a sputum test for TB? Testing your sputum for TB bacteria is the best way to find out if …

Tuberculosis TB skin test

… a TST to see if you have ever been exposed to TB. It tells your health care provider if your body has “seen” the bacteria before. This test alone … have TB disease. If you have symptoms of TB disease, visit your health care provider. Symptoms of TB disease in the …

Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Wash your hands often to keep yourself and others healthy. Hand washing is the most … or vomiting. Why is hand washing important? Washing your hands and your child’s hands is the best way to stop …

HIV testing in pregnancy

… breast/chest feeding. Because of the risk of passing HIV to your baby, it is very important for you to get tested for … You need to start treatment as soon as possible to improve your own health and help you have a healthy pregnancy and … Should I get tested if I am planning a pregnancy? Knowing your HIV status is important information in planning a …