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Food safety in child care facilities

… illness. How can I prevent foodborne illness? Clean Wash your hands with warm soapy water for at least 20 seconds before you eat or handle any food and after you use the … wash fruits and vegetables under cool, running water before cutting or serving them, even if you plan to peel …

Childhood vaccines are safe

… Spanish Document Vietnamese Document Tigrinya Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines … takes many years. Vaccines must pass many safety tests before they are ever given to people. When a new vaccine is … or ‘lot’ of vaccine is tested and approved by Health Canada before it is used. Adverse events, or possible side effects, …

Hearing loss in adults

… should be conducted once a year. What are the signs that you may have hearing loss? You may have hearing loss if you: Find that speech is muffled or unclear Ask people to …

Impetigo

… severe pain, worsening redness, weakness and fever. If you or your child has these symptoms, discuss them with your health care provider. Is impetigo serious? Impetigo is …

The benefits of immunizing your child

… The benefits of immunizing your child Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to …

Your babys immune system and vaccines

… Your baby's immune system and vaccines Last updated January … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines … as soon as possible, your baby should get their vaccines starting at 2 months of age. Most vaccines need to be given …

Caffeinated energy drinks

… (energy drinks) are advertised as being able to boost your energy and make you feel more alert. Common brands include Red Bull® and … Talk with a pharmacist or your health care provider before using energy drinks if you: Take medications or …

Pregnancy and folic acid folate Preventing neural tube defects

… for my health? Folate helps make healthy new cells. If you do not get enough folate, you could get anemia. People who have anemia feel tired or … become pregnant to get enough folic acid. At least 3 months before becoming pregnant: Take a daily multivitamin with 400 …

Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure

… is pushing too hard against artery walls. This can damage your arteries over time and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. Another term for high … of potassium you eat. Speak to your health care provider before you make changes to the way you eat. Follow the DASH …

Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… vaccine each year. The vaccine is available at no charge. You can find information on booking an appointment to get … It is important for seniors to get the influenza vaccine before the influenza season starts. In B.C., the influenza vaccines are usually …