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Roseola

… nose, diarrhea, vomiting, and swollen glands in the neck. However, not all children have these symptoms. When should … treatment for roseola? Caring for your child may include: Keeping them comfortable. Keep clothing light, just a shirt … the body, so make sure your child drinks lots of fluids. Food is less important. If your child is hungry, then eating …

Healthy eating guidelines for people taking warfarin anticoagulants Coumadin®

… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Certain foods and beverages can affect how your warfarin works. This handout will help you to plan … rich in vitamin K. Vitamin K is needed for good health. To keep your warfarin working well: Avoid large changes in the …

Giardia infection

… that has not been properly filtered, treated or boiled. How can I become infected with Giardia ? Giardia cysts can spread by water, food or fecal-oral transmission between infected … You can also become infected by eating raw or undercooked food contaminated with cysts. Giardia can also spread from …

Norovirus

… is very rare and hospital care is usually not needed. How does the virus spread? Norovirus is found in the vomit … wash their hands or if someone with this illness handles food, water or ice. Some foods can be contaminated with the virus at their source. …

Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat

… anytime to talk with a registered nurse. What can you do to keep safe? Keep a cool space Turn on air conditioning (AC) … water content and can help keep you hydrated Take a cool shower or bath or try a sponge or foot bath. You can also use … young children during extreme heat For more information on foods and drinks to limit or avoid during pregnancy or …

Burns and scalds in young children

… scalds in young children is from contact with hot drinks/food, hot tap water, and hot surfaces. Why are young … such as irons, space heaters, and bottle warmers How can burns be prevented? Burns and scalds are … hot Use a travel mug with a screw-on-lid for hot drinks Keep appliance cords out of reach and appliances away from …

Nitrate in well water

… also be found in the environment, but is mainly used as a food and drink preservative, especially in cured meats. Both … the impact of human activities on well water quality. How does nitrate get into well water? Decomposition of … the guideline levels of nitrate in drinking water. To help keep your family safe: Have your well water tested for …

Living well with hepatitis B virus infection

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese How can I prevent the spread of hepatitis B virus (HBV)? The … blood on them, such as razors, toothbrushes or nail files Keep all open cuts and sores bandaged until healed Put … Inactivated influenza (flu) vaccine Eat healthy, nutritious food as outlined by the Eating Well with Canada’s Food …

Dental care for your infant and toddler

… early is important for your child’s health. Dental care keep teeth healthy for a lifetime. Healthy baby teeth help … tooth decay: Frequent Eating(especially sticky or sugary foods) Constant use of a baby bottle or sippy cup filled … Association, the damage that sugar does to teeth depends on how much sugar goes into the mouth and how long it stays in …

Cryptosporidium infection

… infection in B.C. has decreased in recent years. How can I become infected with Cryptosporidium ? Cryptosporidium can be spread by water, food, or fecal-oral transmission from an infected person or … You can also become infected by eating raw or undercooked food contaminated with Cryptosporidium . Cryptosporidium can …