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Abuse and neglect of older adults Information for family caregivers

… as well as between couples, are very important. Talk about the current situation and plan for future needs. What … and can be supportive in various ways. Take time to learn about what community resources are available and consider … or self-neglect. For More Information For more information about elder abuse and neglect, or to get help, call or visit …

Lunches to go

… uneaten Plan ahead When you can, offer your child choices about the foods they want in their lunch. Ask them “Would … end of the day. Be allergy aware Some schools have rules about the types of foods that can be brought to the … restrict peanuts and nuts. Speak with school staff to learn about allergy guidelines in your school. For more …

Cryptococcal disease C gattii

… or Cryptococcus gattii (C. gattii) . This document is about the disease caused by C. gattii . Cryptococcus lives … in B.C., 10 to 25 people become sick from C. gattii , and about 16 per cent die. Some people are at a slightly higher … test for Cryptococcus infection in a blood, lung or spinal fluid sample. Is there a treatment available? Yes. Treatment …

Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products

… as addictive as cigarettes. There is a lot we do not know about the long-term health risks of vaping. If you choose to … on the Canadian market. There is not a lot of evidence about their safety and potential risks are not yet clear. … As they are new products, very little evidence is available about their effectiveness as a cessation aid. If you are …

West Nile virus

… sometimes a rash on the body. These symptoms generally last about 1 week, but they can last for several weeks or months. … label for instructions on proper use. For more information about insect repellents, see HealthLinkBC File #96 Insect … clothing do not contact the bird, its blood, or other body fluids or feces Dispose of the bird according to local …

Spongy moth spraying

… the use of pest control products containing Btk for about 40 years. It is the most widely used pest control … cleared from the air before going outdoors, usually after about 1 hour. For more information Sign up for the spongy …

Syphilis

… or rectum when a sore or rash is present Exchange of bodily fluids, such as blood, semen or vaginal fluid Sharing sex … Secondary stage The secondary stage usually starts about 14 to 90 days after getting infected. In this stage, a … If you are pregnant, speak to your health care provider about your risk of getting STIs, including syphilis. They …

Managing constipation with diet adults

… or travelling Not eating enough fibre Not drinking enough fluids Not getting enough physical activity Use of … a bowel obstruction, check with your health care provider about whether a high fibre diet is right for you. Diet … your body depend on them. Talk to your health care provider about the use of laxatives to manage your constipation. …

Home isolation for Tuberculosis TB

… wearing a mask? Check with your health care provider about whether you are well enough to spend time outside. You … information For more information, including information about BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) TB clinics, …

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease CJD

… begin. How does a person get CJD? Most cases of CJD, about 93 percent, occur without a known reason. 6 percent of … diagnosis of CJD is made based on: Symptoms Tests on the fluid surrounding the spinal cord Brain images using MRI …