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Contact with blood or body fluids Protecting against infection

… contain viruses that can be passed on to other people. If you have contact with a person’s blood or body fluids you … of possible exposure to HIV, the health care provider may start you on a course of antiviral medications without … left in contact with the spill area for at least 10 minutes before wiping it up. Wear gloves when handling any body …

E coli infection

… Nausea Vomitiing Stomach cramps Mild fever The symptoms can start 2 to 10 days after contact with or consuming something … and internal bleeding. HUS can be especially harmful for young children, the elderly, people with weakened immune … buying it Always thaw meat thoroughly in the refrigerator before you start to cook it. Ensure it is wrapped well and …

Pinkeye conjunctivitis

… discharge can make the eyelids sticky, especially when you sleep. A cloth dipped in warm water and applied gently … they should stay home for at least 24 hours after starting their treatment. It is important that your child … cleaned as recommended by your eye care professional before using them again. How is it treated? Pinkeye will …

HIV testing in pregnancy

… breast/chest feeding. Because of the risk of passing HIV to your baby, it is very important for you to get tested for HIV. You need to start treatment as soon as possible to improve your own … and your partner should be tested for STIs, including HIV, before having sex without a condom. When should I get tested …

Measles

… can survive in small droplets in the air for several hours. You can become infected when you breathe in these droplets … to light. These symptoms are followed by a rash, which starts first on the face and neck, and spreads to the chest, … to be protected against the measles virus. People born before 1970 may not need to get the vaccine as they have …

Scabies

… partners and people in facilities such as care homes. You can spread mites to other people before and after you develop symptoms and for as long as you … For those who have had scabies before, symptoms usually start within a few days. How do I know I have scabies? The …

Tuberculosis TB

… between TB infection and TB disease? Infection occurs when you breathe TB bacteria into your lungs and your body's … you breathe TB bacteria into your lungs and the bacteria start to grow in number, and they may spread throughout your … The test tells you if your body has “seen” the TB bacteria before. It does not tell whether the TB bacteria are …

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

… physical, learning and behavioural disabilities. Children, youth and adults with FASD will be affected in different … it is recommended that you feed your baby and store milk before you start drinking. How soon you can start breast/chest feeding …

Human papillomavirus HPV vaccines

… receive it for free as long as they get their first dose before they turn 19 and the last dose before they turn … sexual orientation Males who are street-involved Contact your health care provider to get immunized. Unless mentioned … of either 2 or 3 doses over a 6 month period. Children who start a series when they are 9 to 14 years of age need 2 …

Spongy moth spraying

… if items are moved. Where is the spongy moth found? You can find the spongy moth in many parts of southern B.C. … are posted around all treatment areas at least 48 hours before spraying begins, and signs are updated at least 24 … Canada's Pest Management Regulatory Agency evaluates all formulations of Foray 48B® for potential health effects and …