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Abuse and neglect of older adults Information for family caregivers

… Abuse and neglect of older adults: Information for family caregivers Last updated September 1, 2022 HealthLink … responsibilities out of love or a sense of personal or family duty. Every family is different. Some family … can happen to older adults? Abuse and neglect in later life can affect a person’s health, happiness, safety and …

Harm reduction for families caregivers and friends of people who use substances

… and hobbies Connect with other people in your loved one’s life who can provide support For more information Ministry …

Swimmers itch

… schistosomes (shiss-toe-soams). Schistosomes spend their life cycle as parasites in the bodies of water snails and in the … your health care provider such as your local pharmacist, family doctor or HealthLink BC. Antihistamines may make …

Aerial spraying for native defoliators in BCs forests

… budworm Douglas-fir tussock moth Western hemlock looper The life cycle of these insects includes 4 distinct stages: egg, … populations in B.C. Some examples are pheromone trapping, life-stage sampling (e.g., egg mass) and aerial defoliation …

Spongy moth spraying

… years but has not been established in Western regions. The life cycle of the spongy moth has 4 distinct stages: egg, larva …

Caring for seniors in long-term care in an emergency

… when planning for, or responding to emergencies. How are family members cared for in a long-term care facility? B.C. … preparedness and planning at the facility where your family member lives, you may ask: What is the facility’s … Where would facility residents move to What is the role of family members in an emergency What should I consider when …

Home isolation for Tuberculosis TB

… Sputum testing for tuberculosis (TB) . How can I protect my family and friends from TB? You can protect your family and friends by following the home isolation … taking your TB medications. You can also help protect your family and friends by making sure they get tested for TB. …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… Spanish Document Vietnamese Abuse and neglect in later life can affect a person's health, happiness and safety. … or neglectful. Older women are more likely to be victims of family violence than older men, in part because they usually … facility where abuse may occur from staff, volunteers or family Older men are less likely to have a network to …

Scabies

… contact with an infested person. It spreads easily between family members, sexual partners and people in facilities … How do I prevent spreading scabies? If a person in your family or household has scabies, it is likely that others … began. Use detergent in hot water (50ºC) and dry on the hot cycle. Items that cannot be washed should be dry cleaned or …

Carbapenemase-producing organisms CPO

… an emerging threat and are increasing world-wide. Should family members get tested for CPO? Family members of someone with CPO do not generally need to …