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Aerial spraying for native defoliators in BCs forests

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Influenza flu immunization Myths and facts

… vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and even save lives. The influenza …
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Tuberculosis TB

… chances of a TB infection becoming TB disease? If you are healthy and a person with TB infection, you have a 5 to 10% chance of developing TB disease over your lifetime. However, certain …
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Insect repellents and DEET

… long will repellents with DEET provide protection? If you plan to be outdoors for a short period of time, always … 2 hours Protection times may be less than this if you are sweating, getting wet, or if the repellant is rubbed off your …
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Heat-related illness in infants and young children

… periods can be dangerous. If it gets very hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible. Why are infants and … day for children not in diapers Being extra thirsty Heavy sweating followed by no sweating at all, the skin is hot, dry and flushed Seeming more …
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Well water testing

… levels can have a negative impact on the development of healthy bones and teeth in children. For more information …
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Sputum testing for Tuberculosis TB

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Hand foot and mouth disease

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Hepatitis A vaccine

… C infection, or chronic liver disease Had a stem cell transplant Will have or had a liver transplant Are inmates of a correctional facility Are in close … with an infected person, by drinking contaminated water, or eating raw or under-cooked shellfish contaminated with …
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Mumps

… if you have a fever Get plenty of rest Use an ice pack or heating pad for a swollen or painful jaw. Be sure to place a …