238 results found
HealthLinkBC files
… Myths and facts Last updated September 16, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 12c Influenza (Flu) Series … illness and even save lives. The influenza virus can cause serious illness and even death. The influenza vaccines … of influenza vaccine or any part of the vaccine, talk to your health care provider. You may need to be tested for …
HealthLinkBC files
… Febrile seizures (fever seizures) Last updated May 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 112 Download PDF Document English … seizure, also known as a fever seizure, is a seizure caused by a fever. They can occur when your child has a fever of 38ºC (100.4ºF) or higher. During a …
HealthLinkBC files
… Toxic shock syndrome Last updated August 31, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 04 Download PDF Document English … It can quickly affect several different organs including your liver, lungs and kidneys. Since TSS develops quickly, … Although TSS has been linked to tampon and menstrual cup use by menstruating individuals, it can occur in anyone. …
HealthLinkBC files
… safety in child care facilities Last updated March 28, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 59d Download PDF Document English … Document Vietnamese Eating food contaminated with germs causes foodborne illness, also known as food poisoning. Common … illness. How can I prevent foodborne illness? Clean Wash your hands with warm soapy water for at least 20 seconds …
HealthLinkBC files
… age children and their vision Last updated January 12, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 53b Download PDF Document English … have a family history. If you know of vision problems in your family, your child's eyes should be examined by an eye … the other eye. The child's brain ignores the weak eye and uses the strong eye to see. If untreated, the child's brain …
HealthLinkBC files
… Hand, foot and mouth disease Last updated July 29, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 64 Download PDF Document English … foot and mouth disease? Hand, foot and mouth disease is caused by enteroviruses. It’s most common in children under 10 … of hand, foot and mouth disease. This can occur if you or your child does not drink enough liquids due to pain from …
HealthLinkBC files
… with Weakened Immune Systems Last updated January 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 56 Download PDF Document English … to take extra precautions with their drinking water. Ask your doctor or nurse practioner how weak your immune system … can contain different organisms, including bacteria, viruses and parasites, which can cause disease. These organisms …
HealthLinkBC files
… influenza (flu) vaccine Last updated September 25, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 12a Influenza (Flu) Series … website at www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/immunizations/flu . The inactivated influenza vaccine is safe. It contains killed influenza viruses or parts of the viruses that cannot cause influenza. …
HealthLinkBC files
… Safety tips for swimmers Last updated February 17, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 39 Download PDF Document English … when wet. Be careful getting in and out of the pool Use a handrail if possible and avoid climbing on slippery or … logs or big rocks can cause serious injury. Stay within your abilities Swim only where you feel comfortable. Do not …
HealthLinkBC files
… emergency response volunteers Last updated August 14, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 103b Download PDF Document English … contact an Emergency Management BC regional office in your area: … At the same time, you may have more stress coping with your own personal response to an emergency. You may face …
