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Pregnancy and dental health

… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is dental health during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of … or dental hygienist that you are pregnant. Any pain, swelling or infection in your mouth should be treated right … You can help your baby to develop strong teeth and bones by eating healthy foods during pregnancy and getting enough …

Pertussis whooping cough

… immunized in childhood but is not provided for free in B.C. During an outbreak of pertussis, the vaccine may be provided … than 1 week should see a health care provider. Is there a treatment? Pertussis is treated with antibiotics. If taken … and pregnant women in the last 3 months of pregnancy, as well as all of their household and daycare contacts. People …

Q fever

… after infection include: Rapid onset of fever Chills and sweating Headache Muscle pain Malaise (a general sick feeling) … lasts less than 2 weeks and does not need special medical treatment. However, some people may develop pneumonia, liver … who are in contact with goats, sheep and cattle, especially during the birthing process Stockyard workers Livestock …

E coli infection

… animals including cattle, goats, sheep, deer and elk. During the butchering process, E. coli sometimes gets onto … found in other foods including fruits and vegetables, as well as in unpasteurized milk products, juice, cider and … any fruits and vegetables with cold running water before eating them raw, even if they will be peeled or cut. Use a …

Travellers diarrhea

… frequent, loose, or watery bowel movements resulting from eating or drinking contaminated foods or liquids. Symptoms … you stay healthy while travelling. Do: Eat foods that are well cooked and served hot Use bottled or treated water for … several ways to treat water so it is safe to drink. Heat treatment Bring water to a full boil for at least 1 minute …

Managing constipation with diet adults

… can cause belly pain and bloating (gas) and make you feel unwell. Normal bowel movements are soft and pass easily … hormones A change in regular routine or travelling Not eating enough fibre Not drinking enough fluids Not getting … conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, colorectal cancer, eating disorders, underactive thyroid, diabetes, …

Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… burn a child if they are swallowed. Dried peas and beans swell when they absorb water, causing a more complete airway … in watches, calculators and handheld games How can I make eating safer for a child? Until children are at least 4 … Always supervise babies and young children when they are eating: Offer food in small amounts to prevent children from …

Toxoplasmosis

… touching anything that has come into contact with cat feces Eating raw or undercooked meats Drinking unpasteurized milk … Your health care provider may test you for Toxoplasma . Treatment of an infected, pregnant woman may prevent or … a weak immune system or have illnesses such as HIV/AIDS or cancer. … Toxoplasmosis …

Cryptococcal disease C gattii

… animals can sometimes get infected with C. gattii as well. The infection itself is not spread from animals to … due to diseases such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), cancer, or have had organ transplants Have chronic lung … in a blood, lung or spinal fluid sample. Is there a treatment available? Yes. Treatment consists of 6 to 12 …

Norovirus

… by sewage water before they are harvested. Is there a treatment? Medications are not usually used to treat … after using the toilet, changing diapers or before eating or preparing food. Proper hand washing requires … Household cleaners other than bleach do not work as well for noroviruses Put all cleaning cloths and disposable …