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Rabies

… the following: Wash the wound well with soap and warm water under moderate pressure for at least 15 minutes. This … container to cover the bat Slide a piece of cardboard underneath to cover the opening Place the covered container …

Newborn blood spot card screening

… or midwife may not know about. Newborn screening finds babies who may have one of these rare disorders. Finding and … and even sudden infant death. In B.C., there are about 60 babies born each year (1 out of every 750) who are found to … you will be asked to sign a form. This form shows you understand the reasons for the test and the possible …

Genital herpes

… they have the virus. Sometimes, symptoms may not appear for months or years. Symptoms vary from person-to-person and … help with the pain Wear loose-fitting clothing and cotton underwear Soak in warm water baths Keep the infected area … I can do to prevent recurrent outbreaks? It is not well understood what reactivates (triggers) the herpes virus …

Campylobacter infection

… the meat that we eat. Common sources of infection include undercooked poultry and meats, unpasteurized milk, food and … Thaw poultry and meat in the refrigerator, microwave or under cold running water. Do not thaw at room temperature Do not eat raw or undercooked poultry or meats Make sure poultry and meats are …

Prenatal ultrasound

… further information and testing if markers are seen. Most babies that have an isolated ultrasound “marker” are …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… to a hospital emergency). Sexual partners from the last 2 months need to be tested and treated. If you have not had a sexual partner in the last 2 months, then your last sexual partner will need to be tested …

Head lice

… lice from moving, making them easier to find Sit your child under a bright light; a magnifying glass may help you see …

Pregnancy and dental health

… and having a pre-term or low-birth weight baby. These babies are at greater risk of having developmental problems, …

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

… for the health and well-being of both lactating parents and babies. If you choose to drink alcohol while feeding your … of available services include: Key Workers - helps families understand FASD by providing information and connecting them …

Cyanobacteria blooms blue-green algae

… and can look thick, like soup. Blooms may last days, weeks, months or all year, and can even grow during winter when … the dangers. Take special care to ensure that infants and babies are not exposed to water that is contaminated with …