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Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… can be hard on a person's health. For older men, their first experience with abuse or neglect may occur in later … Abuse and Information Line (SAIL), hosted by Seniors First BC, 604 437-1940 in Vancouver or toll-free at 1 866 437-1940, or visit https://seniorsfirstbc.ca/ Government of B.C. – Protection from Elder Abuse …

Understanding harm reduction Substance use

… Supply distribution and needle recovery programs Substance checking services to learn what may be in an illicit drug …

Norovirus

… to norovirus you may have the following symptoms: an upset stomach, vomiting, and/or diarrhea. Other symptoms … You could also drink fluids such as juices, clear soups, or oral rehydration fluids for vomiting or diarrhea. …

Polio vaccine IPV

… the vaccine. These people need 3 doses of the vaccine. The first 2 doses are given 4 to 8 weeks apart. The third dose … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more …

Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

Measles mumps rubella MMR vaccine

… vaccine is given to children as a series of 2 doses. The first dose is given at 12 months of age and the second dose … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more … born to women who become infected with the virus in the first 3 months of their pregnancy. Rubella can also cause …

Heat-related illness in infants and young children

Feeding your baby Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old

… your baby will change depending on their appetite. When you first introduce solid foods, your baby may only eat around 2 … Open their mouth, lean forward or get excited for food Get upset if food is taken away Your baby may be full if they: … coconut For more information HealthLink File #69c Baby’s first foods HealthLink File #110b Preventing choking in …

Unpasteurized fruitvegetable juices and ciders A potential health risk

… HIV or those being treated for cancer) These vulnerable groups should not drink unpasteurized juice. Schools, child and … cares, hospitals and other facilities serving vulnerable groups should not sell or serve unpasteurized juice. Children … The labelling of unpasteurized juice is voluntary. Check if the word “unpasteurized” is on the product label. …

Yersiniosis

… from animal sources, especially pork. Use a thermometer to check the food has reached an internal temperature of 74ºC …