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Tuberculosis TB

… parts of your body, the symptoms may vary. How can I be tested? Visit your health care provider for a check-up if … provider will do a TB assessment and order the appropriate tests. There may be a cost depending on the reason for your TB test(s). Your health care provider uses a tuberculin skin …

Pregnancy and dental health

… and snacks. Avoid frequent sipping on sweet liquids and/or acidic drinks Eat healthy foods and limit foods that are … care Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy can leave stomach acids in your mouth that can damage the teeth. After … and floss your teeth every day Use a different spoon to test your baby's food and avoid sharing toothbrushes If you …

Young children and their vision

… or changes can be difficult to detect or notice without testing. You need to correct some concerns early to prevent … Bumping into things What can I expect at my child's vision test? Your child can have an eye exam even if your child … eye doctor will show your child the equipment before the tests. The eye exam may check your child's: Eye health Eye …

Dietary Fats and Your Health

… added to processed foods. Dietary fat is made up of fatty acids. There are two main types of fatty acids: saturated and unsaturated. Fats are called saturated … or unsaturated depending on how much of each type of fatty acid they contain. For example, butter is a saturated fat …

Hepatitis C virus

… organ transplant in countries where the blood supply is not tested for hepatitis C. In Canada, this applies to blood and … only way to know if you have hepatitis C is through a blood test. A positive HCV antibody test means that you have or … If your antibody test is positive, you need a ribonucleic acid (RNA) test to confirm if you currently have HCV. How is …

Elementary school age children and their vision

… issues of ocular development. Should my child have a vision test? All children should have a comprehensive eye … red and green. Your child can have a simple colour vision test by an eye doctor to check for any concerns. This can …

Lead paint and hazards

… lead, the paint will have a warning label. How can I test my home? You can check painted surfaces for lead by using a home lead test kit or sending a paint chip sample to a certified …

E coli infection

… of E. coli , and most are harmless. When food or water tests positive for E. coli bacteria, it may be an indication … does the disease come from? E. coli is present in the intestines and feces of many healthy animals including cattle, … Caution: Mixing bleach with products that contain acid or ammonia makes a toxic gas that causes serious …

Reye syndrome

… How can I prevent reye syndrome? The use of acetylsalicylic acid (ASA or Aspirin®) has been strongly linked to Reye …

Dental care for your infant and toddler

… in your child’s mouth mix with the sugars to make a mild acid. This acid attacks the hard outer layer of teeth (also called …