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… Vietnamese What is salmonellosis? Salmonellosis is a food borne infection caused by Salmonella bacteria. Symptoms … infection that causes diarrhea Wash your hands before, during and after preparing food Thoroughly cook all foods … who prepare food about the importance of the following food safety practices: Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold …
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… are many strains of E. coli , and most are harmless. When food or water tests positive for E. coli bacteria, it may be … animals including cattle, goats, sheep, deer and elk. During the butchering process, E. coli sometimes gets onto … For more information For more information about food safety, see the following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC …
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… Vietnamese What is cyclosporiasis? Cyclosporiasis is a foodborne intestinal infection caused by Cyclospora … Fatigue Weight loss The intensity of symptoms may change during the course of the illness. Dehydration can also … following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #59a Food safety: Easy ways to make food safer HealthLinkBC File #85 …
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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is dental health during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of … eat and drink, how often you eat and drink, how long the food stays on your teeth and how long plaque builds up on … sipping on sweet liquids and/or acidic drinks Eat healthy foods and limit foods that are sweet or stick to your teeth. …
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… amounts of calcium include the total intake from food and any supplements. Age Aim for 0-6 months 200 mg 6-12 … *Including those who are pregnant or breastfeeding Which foods contain calcium? Foods that are high in calcium … the foods you eat. Your body naturally absorbs more calcium during times of bone growth, such as during childhood and …
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… to the fats and oils found naturally in animal and plant foods, and those used in cooking, at the table, and added to processed foods. Dietary fat is made up of fatty acids. There are two … milk and meat products. Industry-made trans fat is formed during the processing of vegetable oils. In the past, the …
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… . Answer yes or no to the following sentences about vaccine safety. I know that vaccines are safe for my baby. Yes No I … a time. Yes No I know every batch of vaccine is tested for safety. Yes No I know vaccines are safe because they do not … harmful germs without getting the disease. Like healthy food and clean water, vaccines help keep your child healthy. …
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… can I prepare for the wilderness? Whether your activity is during the summer or winter, on land or water, remember the … Fire-making kit Signalling device (i.e. whistle) Extra food and water Extra clothing Navigational and communication … can carry these parasites and bacteria. Water quality and safety can also be affected by people practicing unhealthy …
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… trees, soil and vegetation, water quality may decline. During a wildfire, it's important that you have access to … before wearing it. For more information about health and safety around fire retardants, see BC Centre for Disease … has been affected by a wildfire? Do not drink, prepare food, or wash with tap water until officials say the water …
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… chewing and swallowing (dysphagia) can increase the risk of food or other items getting stuck in the upper airway … and any other caregivers also contribute to the health and safety of persons in care. What is a care plan? Care plans … times with one bite of food Have teary eyes or a runny nose during or after swallowing Have food or liquids coming out …
