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Impetigo

… person-to-person through nasal discharge or skin-to-skin contact. For example, when someone touches the rash and then … the rash, as impetigo spreads easily by hand-to-hand contact. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #85 … linens separately from other’s. Use hot water to wash, and dry items in a hot dryer. Tell your child not to touch or …

Clostridium difficile C difficile

… can spread the infection to you if their hands have come in contact with the C. diff bacteria, and they have not … be moved to a room by yourself. You will also be put on contact precautions to try to prevent spreading the … the alphabet song Rinse hands well under warm running water Dry your hands with a clean cloth or paper towel Use the …

Clean-up after a flood

… waters are usually very dirty. Items that have come into contact with flood water should be handled carefully. Flood waters passing over land may come into contact with farmyards, manure, garbage, overflowing septic … asbestos? If you must remove building materials such as drywall or insulation, assume they contain asbestos until …

Campylobacter infection

… temperature for other meats is 71º C (160º F) Avoid direct contact between raw meats and other uncooked foods When … your hands with soap and warm running water at a sink and dry hands with disposable single-use towels. Always wash … formula, brushing teeth and washing dentures or contact lenses. For more information on disinfecting water, see …

Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… How is it spread? Group A streptococcus bacteria spread by contact with saliva or mucus from the mouth, nose or throat … touch objects contaminated with them, and then touch your eyes or mucous membranes or put your hands in your mouth. … wash it well in warm soapy water, and keep it clean and dry with a bandage. How is it treated? Antibiotics are an …

Travellers diarrhea

… on to others through food preparation or hand-to-mouth contact. Untreated water that has become contaminated by … speak with your health care provider. When should I contact a health care provider? Contact a health care … fever Blood or pus in stools Signs of dehydration such as dry mouth, rapid pulse, reduced urine output or dark …

Scabies

… Scabies is usually spread by extended, close, skin‑to-skin contact with an infested person. It spreads easily between … or scalp, avoid applying the cream to mouth, nostrils and eyes. Put on clean clothes and bedding after applying … treatment began. Use detergent in hot water (50ºC) and dry on the hot cycle. Items that cannot be washed should be …

Indoor air quality Volatile organic compounds VOCs

… Candles and incense Cleaning agents and air fresheners Dry cleaning fluid Paints, lacquers, varnishes and hobby … garbage. Ensure you safely and properly dispose of them. Contact your local municipality or RCBC (Recycling Council … for more information Avoid bringing recently dry-cleaned clothing into your home if it still has a …

Pubic lice

… lice are most often spread through close person-to-person contact, sexual contact, and may also spread by sharing … petroleum jelly (e.g. Vaseline®) as it can irritate the eyes. For more information about treatment, speak with your … contact with pubic lice need to be washed with hot water or dry-cleaned. Use an automatic washing machine with water …

Heat-related illness in infants and young children

… Light-headed or dizziness Disorientation Thirst or dry mouth Difficulty swallowing Fatigue, malaise Heat rash, … Shallow breathing (especially with infants) Sunken eyes Sunken soft spot on the head (if 18 months or younger) … I do if my child is showing signs of heat-related illness? Contact a health care provider if your infant or young child …