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… well, consult your health authority or see ‘Water Well Disinfection: Using the Simple Chlorination Method’ at … t/air-land-water/water/water-wells/bc_gov_5402_water_well_disinfection_webbrochure.pdf (PDF 3.42 MB). What is long term …
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… of drinking water or disinfect tap water. Boil or use disinfection tablets until the water source can be assessed and … . For information about protecting your community from wildfire, read FireSmart's …
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… see HealthLinkBC File #106 Group A Streptococcal Infections . Staphylococcus aureus are found in the nose or … not harmful, and only cause mild nose, throat or skin infections. In some cases, SA infections can result in TSS. SA makes several toxins and …
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… therapeutic diets and texture modifications, like thickened fluids and minced or pureed food Can you maintain a safe …
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… the symptoms last? A rash may appear within 12 hours after infection. The reaction may last from 2 to 5 days and symptoms can last as long as 2 weeks. Repeat infections are usually worse. People become more sensitive … there should not be any serious danger. However, if a skin infection occurs from too much scratching, you should see …
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… often occurs in children who have, or recently had, a viral infection such as chickenpox or influenza. Reye syndrome … syndrome occurs 3 to 7 days after the beginning of a viral infection. It can also occur while recovering from the infection. Reye syndrome can be misdiagnosed as swelling of …
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… skin test? You can use a TB Skin Test (TST) to look for TB infection. You can do a TST to see if you have ever been … or medications that weaken your immune system. TB infection happens when the TB germs are sleeping (dormant) in your body. If you have TB infection, you can talk with your health care provider about …
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