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Sleep related infant death

… I do to reduce the risk of sleep related infant death? Put your baby to sleep on his or her back every time (at night … safe options to meet your baby’s needs with your health care provider. In the first months after birth, if your baby … enough when your baby’s head is warm. A baby’s hands and feet are normally a little cool. Check the back of your …

Tick bites and disease

… I do if I find a tick on my skin? If you find a tick on your skin, you need to remove it as soon as possible. Check … get someone else to remove the tick for you or see a health care provider to remove it. Be sure to check for ticks on … since Lyme disease is such a serious disease, it is worth taking steps to avoid being bitten. Other diseases passed on …

Vaginal yeast infection

… pregnancy; or high blood sugar from poorly controlled diabetes. How is it spread? Vaginal yeast infections are not … similar to a vaginal yeast infection. See your health care provider before treating yourself if: you are pregnant; … treatment? Treatment for vaginal yeast infections include taking pills orally, using creams or ointments, or inserting …

Quitting smoking

… to quit smoking. For many people, these include: Improve your health and lower your risk of smoking-caused illness, … cravings, and can reduce the urge to smoke. See your health care provider or local pharmacist to discuss if these are a … Health Authority . B.C. Smoking Cessation Program The PharmaCare BC Smoking Cessation Program helps eligible B.C. …

Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat

… of pregnancy related complications. If it gets very hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible. By … cooling system, such as air-conditioning, talk to a health care provider or workplace safety officer to find out what … or heat edema (swelling) Swelling, especially in hands and feet Fatigue, weakness, and malaise Feeling light-headed or …

Scabies

… members, sexual partners and people in facilities such as care homes. You can spread mites to other people before and … have a rash on the head, neck, palms of hands or soles of feet. If you have not had scabies before, it may take … Because itchiness and skin rashes have many causes, only your health care provider can confirm if you have scabies. …

Role of Pets in Human Disease

… infected humans. Some of these diseases can be passed from your pet to you. What diseases can I catch from my pet? Pets … systems should discuss the risk of disease with their healthcare provider before getting a pet For more information on … scratches are sources of infection because the mouths and feet of all animals can be contaminated. For example, cat …

Disinfecting drinking water

… water to make it safe. However, you may need to disinfect your own drinking water, or find an alternate source such as bottled water if your community is on a ‘boil water’ notice. This may be … at least 1 minute. At elevations over 2,000 meters (6,500 feet) boil water for at least 2 minutes Store disinfected …

Heat-related illness

… socially isolated People who have chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, or respiratory disease People who … thirsty and if you are active on a hot day. Ask your health care provider about how much water you should drink on hot … heat exhaustion include: Moving to a cooler environment Taking a cool shower or bath Wearing a damp shirt or towel …

Home isolation for Tuberculosis TB

… from person to person (TB disease in the lungs or throat), your health care provider may ask you to stay in home isolation. Home … friends by following the home isolation instructions and by taking your TB medications. You can also help protect your …