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Facts about chickenpox

… They are most contagious from the day before and for the first few days after the rash appears. To reduce the spread … not attend daycare or school until 5 days after the rash first appears or the blisters have crusted. It usually takes … A few days later, a rash appears. Red spots appear first on the face and scalp, and then spread quickly down …

Lead in drinking water

… Lead levels can change during the day, and a sample taken first thing in the morning before using water will generally … turns colder. You should do this before drinking or cooking first thing in the morning or any other time the plumbing … local environmental health officer at the health authority. First Nations Health Authority 604-693-6500, toll free …

Febrile seizures fever seizures

… 30 minutes or more A second seizure within 24 hours of the first What can cause a febrile seizure? Febrile seizures can … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… can be hard on a person's health. For older men, their first experience with abuse or neglect may occur in later … Abuse and Information Line (SAIL), hosted by Seniors First BC, 604 437-1940 in Vancouver or toll-free at 1 866 437-1940, or visit https://seniorsfirstbc.ca/ Government of B.C. – Protection from Elder Abuse …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… immediate access to at least one employee who: Has a valid first aid and CPR certificate Is knowledgeable about each … to communicate with emergency workers Can easily access first aid supplies, including when care is provided off the … Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) at www.iddsi.org First aid and CPR training, visit St. John Ambulance at …

Sleep related infant death

… There are two kinds of sleep related infant death. The first is called Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, or SIDS, which … your baby’s needs with your health care provider. In the first months after birth, if your baby rolls onto their … is a safer sleeping arrangement than sharing a bed. For the first 6 months, have your baby sleep on a separate surface …

Polio vaccine IPV

… the vaccine. These people need 3 doses of the vaccine. The first 2 doses are given 4 to 8 weeks apart. The third dose … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more …

Hearing loss in children

… have concerns that they are not hearing well or talking clearly. What can I do if I think my child has problems … to appear distracted or withdrawn. Parents are usually the first to notice if there is a problem. Have your child’s … want more?’ Imitates different speech sounds Starts saying first words such as mama and dada around 12 months old 1 to …

Contact with blood or body fluids Protecting against infection

… and always use absorbent material, such as paper towels, first. Then clean the area of the spill more thoroughly with … of your gloves in a plastic bag. Add gloves to your first aid kit so you are prepared. How do I protect myself … or smoking Before breastfeeding Before and after providing first aid Before and after providing care to a person After …

Measles mumps rubella MMR vaccine

… vaccine is given to children as a series of 2 doses. The first dose is given at 12 months of age and the second dose … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more … born to women who become infected with the virus in the first 3 months of their pregnancy. Rubella can also cause …