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Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease vCJD

… brain disease that can occur in people. The disease damages brain cells and the spinal cord. What are the symptoms of vCJD? Early symptoms of vCJD include mood swings and memory loss. The disease also causes problems with movement and advances quickly to a vegetative …

Outdoor air quality Sulphur dioxide SO2

… throughout B.C. They are reported online as hourly average concentrations. Air quality is also reported in the form … a by-product have the greatest exposure. People who live near these industries and other point sources can also be … dioxide concentrations may be more likely to have breathing problems as they get older. How can I reduce the risk of …

Cyanobacteria blooms blue-green algae

… blooms look like and how long will they last? Image Not all blooms are easy to see. Some blooms can cover … like soup. Blooms may last days, weeks, months or all year, and can even grow during winter when water may be … affect the liver and it takes days before symptoms appear. Symptoms from drinking water with cyanobacterial toxins …

Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… If the airway is partly blocked, the body tries to clear the airway by coughing. If the airway is completely … a child is coughing and able to talk, stay calm and encourage them to cough the object or food out. However, you … – take small bites, chew food well and eat slowly Teach older children not to give food or small toys to younger …

Your babys immune system and vaccines

… If you have answered ‘no’ to any of the above, read on to learn more. What is the immune system and how does it work? You may have heard about viruses and bacteria, often called germs. Some … your baby should get their vaccines starting at 2 months of age. Most vaccines need to be given as more than 1 dose, or …

HTLV-1 Virus

… have the virus will not get symptoms or develop any health problems. About 1 in 20 people who get infected with HTLV-1 … a man. The virus is also more common in people who are 40 years or older Giving birth or breastfeeding. About one … is needed, or you have been in contact with a known case. Image … HTLV-1 Virus …

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 …