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HIV and HIV tests

… get HIV? HIV is found in body fluids, such as blood, semen, breast milk, and fluids from the vagina and anus. HIV can be … transmission is lower) a mother with HIV can pass it to her baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or while breastfeeding (breastfeeding is not recommended for mothers living …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… of foods, including food you might have stored in your cupboards or pantry. If you eat food that has been … of the trap toward the wall. When the rodents get used to feeding, set the traps. Make sure the bait is securely … food for a few days prior to baiting, so the rodent starts feeding in the area Read and follow the directions on the …

Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol

… foods such as red and processed meats, cheese, cream, whole milk products, butter, ghee, lard, coconut and palm oils. To … on toast rather than cream cheese or butter Use lower fat milk instead of cream Sprinkle nuts or seeds on salad … or trout Choose lean cuts of meat such as skinless chicken breast and sirloin roast instead of higher fat cuts such as …

Living well with hepatitis C virus

… when getting tattoos, body-piercing, electrolysis or acupuncture), that you are living with HCV. This will allow … with the area for at least 10 minutes before wiping it up Breast or chestfeeding is safe, unless the nipple or areola is cracked or …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… and play As a parent, you are the first to play with your baby. Playing with your baby helps you build a strong attachment that will give your … the world as they grow. Responding to and playing with your baby in a caring and nurturing way will support all aspects …

Pregnancy and dental health

… may affect the general oral health of your developing baby. Research shows there may be a link between periodontal … disease and having a pre-term or low-birth weight baby. These babies are at greater risk of having … mouth should be treated right away to keep you and your baby healthy. Are x-rays, local anesthetics and medications …

Rotavirus vaccine Rotarix®

… dose 2 months 2nd dose 4 months It is important that your baby gets the rotavirus vaccine on time. The first dose of … A few drops of the liquid vaccine are placed into your baby’s mouth to swallow. The virus from the vaccine may be found in your baby’s stool for at least 10 days after immunization. …

Preventing Water-Borne Infections For People with Weakened Immune Systems

… #49b Disinfecting Drinking Water HealthLinkBC File #69b Feeding Your Baby Formula: Safely Making and Storing Formula … Preventing …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… the problems. The health care team may include a nurse, occupational therapist, dietitian, pharmacist, physician, … A person’s adaptive eating aids (such as two-handed cups with lids, rim plates or built-up cutlery) and utensils …

Scabies

… Web between the fingers Inside of the wrists and elbows Breasts Genitals Waist Back Buttocks Infants and elderly … for children, pregnant people or those who are breastfeeding or chestfeeding. Because adults do not normally get scabies above …