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Radon in homes and other dwellings

… up inside homes and other buildings and pose a hazard to your health. Radon primarily enters buildings through the … both long-term (3 months to a year) and short-term (2 to 7 days) tests. Long-term testing is recommended to provide … greatly over a period of 24 hours, short-term tests (2 to 7 days) are not recommended. What are the guideline levels for …

Burns and scalds in young children

… should not be relied on to supervise younger children Check your child’s bath water with your elbow prior to placing … for your kids (e.g. grandparents, daycare staff, friends, babysitters) What do I do if my child is burned?* Remove any … if the damaged skin does not start to heal over the next 3 days, seek medical attention If the burn is about the size …

Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure

… is pushing too hard against artery walls. This can damage your arteries over time and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. Another term for high … help lower blood pressure? Healthy eating can help lower your blood pressure and improve your overall health. Here …

Hepatitis A vaccine

… hepatitis A, you should get 1 dose of the vaccine within 14 days of the exposure to prevent disease. This is provided … These reactions are mild and generally last 1 to 2 days. Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or ibuprofen (e.g. … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider can treat it. Emergency treatment …

Waterborne infections in British Columbia

… many waterborne infections, you start feeling sick 2 to 10 days after drinking infected water. You might have diarrhea, … or feces. If you have fever, swollen glands or changes in your vision, you should see your health care provider … unable to manage Your symptoms do not go away within a few days You have a weakened immune system Notify your local …

Hepatitis B immune globulin

… on the type of exposure, HBIg may be given up to 14 days after the exposure. HBIg is recommended for the … who inject drugs or are sex trade workers Depending on your immunization history, you may receive a dose of … mumps, rubella or chickenpox vaccine within the past 14 days There is no need to delay getting immunized because of …

Clean-up after a flood

… has been arranged. If a public water supply system serves your home, you will be notified if, and when, your water is … outages, a full freezer will keep foods frozen for up to 2 days. Foods in a freezer that have thawed and remained above … and putting it into a disinfecting mixture. Remember to clearly mark the contents on the container if it will not be …

Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults

… of nutritious foods and beverages each day helps to: Keep your bones and muscles strong Build a healthy immune system … with the nutrients and energy you need for good health. Use your plate as a guide. Aim to fill: Half your plate with vegetables and fruits Fresh, cooked, frozen …

Indoor air quality

… Indoor air quality: Combustion by-products Wildfires and your health (health feature) HealthLinkBC File #30a The … windows and doors for as long as possible over several days Store paints and solvents in a separate area of your … or humidity levels, contributing to the growth of mould On days when outdoor air quality is poor, such as during …

Cyclospora infection cyclosporiasis

… The eggs must remain in the environment for a number of days to become infectious. People are infected by eating … such as in Central and South America and Asia. However, nearly every year in the spring and summer, B.C. residents … with cyclosporiasis. How do I prevent cyclosporiasis? Wash your hands before, during and after preparing food Wash …