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Pasteurized and raw milk

… all milk sold to the public must be pasteurized and packaged in a licensed dairy plant. Only vitamins A and D may be … than outbreaks linked to pasteurized milk. Children and younger adults were found to be more affected by the … pasteurized. Milk that you buy must be pasteurized and packaged at a licensed dairy plant. Be cautious of raw milk from …

Swimmers itch

… larvae (called cercariae) leave their snail host and swim near the surface of the water, looking for bird and mammal … the presence of schistosomes and their larvae is higher Younger children’s skin can be more sensitive than the skin … swimmer’s itch may be present. Not all beaches have signage for swimmer’s itch. If you are unsure about the water, …

Babys first foods

… eat together as often as possible. This can help your baby learn food skills, develop healthy eating patterns and be … offer solid foods to your baby each day depends on their age and appetite. Work towards the following: By 8 months: 2 … tortilla, pasta, rice Grated raw vegetables Remember that learning to eat can be messy! Give your baby time to explore …

A decision-making guide for patients diagnosed with cataracts

… What is a cataract? The lens of the eye is usually clear for many years of life. When cataracts develop the lens becomes cloudy. Most people get cataracts with age and have them in both eyes. One eye may be worse than … fuzzy or hazy vision Headlights being too bright at night Problems with glare in the sun Problems reading small print …

Dental care for your infant and toddler

… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Beginning dental care early is important for your child’s health. Dental care keep … lifetime. Healthy baby teeth help children eat and speak clearly. Baby teeth guide permanent adult teeth into the … baby teeth are not replaced by permanent teeth until the age of 12 or 13. Dental care includes cleaning your baby’s …

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease CJD

… (CJD) is a rare, degenerative, fatal disease of the brain. Early symptoms may include: Confusion Depression … 2 to 12 months. More advanced symptoms include: Balance problems Difficulty with speech and movement Increased risk … Tests on the fluid surrounding the spinal cord Brain images using MRI scans Recordings of the brain’s electrical …

Toxic shock syndrome

… If you think you have TSS, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency department right away. What causes TSS? TSS … emergency care in a hospital. Call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency department right away if you think you have … you can prevent TSS by: Following the directions on package inserts, including directions on cleaning and …

Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… in warm soapy water, and keep it clean and dry with a bandage. How is it treated? Antibiotics are an important part of … low. In B.C., about 4 people out of 1 million get it every year. Even if you have close contact with a person with … to disease or medical treatment Chronic diseases such as heart, lung or liver disease, complications from alcoholism …

Reye syndrome

… is a rare disease that mainly affects children and teenagers. It often occurs in children who have, or recently … syndrome. Do not give ASA or Aspirin® to anyone under 18 years of age to manage symptoms such as fever, headache and … use ibuprofen for relief of symptoms in children under 18 years of age. Examples of ibuprofen include Advil® and …

Newborn blood spot card screening

… these rare disorders. Finding and treating these disorders early prevents or reduces serious health problems. If not treated, many of these disorders can cause … detects over 80% of disorders even at less than 24 hours of age. Early detection is important if your child has one of …