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Arsenic in drinking water

… in drinking water over years or decades can increase your risk of developing certain cancers, including: Skin … minor. For this reason, consider taking precautions with your drinking water even if the arsenic levels are slightly … owner’s responsibility to test the water for arsenic. Test your private wells regularly for water quality. For more …

Genital herpes

… person’s mouth or genitals. Sharing sex toys without changing condoms or washing toys may also pass the virus. … liver, lungs or brain. If you are pregnant, and you or your partner have a history of herpes, it is important to inform your health care provider. There are steps that can be taken …

Aerial spraying for native defoliators in BCs forests

… by health care providers. If you feel concerned, speak to your health care provider. If you wish to avoid contact with the spray, close your windows the evening before aerial spraying starts and stay indoors while your property and nearby areas are being sprayed. You should …

Waterborne infections in British Columbia

… or feces. If you have fever, swollen glands or changes in your vision, you should see your health care provider immediately. Who is more likely to … and serious complications, including death. Speak to your healthcare provider if you have a weakened immune …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… a variety of foods, including food you might have stored in your cupboards or pantry. If you eat food that has been … fruit on the counter), or burrows in the soil outside. When your house is quiet, it is also possible to hear rodents … Once you capture a rodent, make sure not to touch it with your bare hands. Wear gloves when handling a dead rodent and …

Syphilis

… vaginal fluid Sharing sex toys Syphilis can also spread to your baby during pregnancy or birth. This is known as … can be transmitted during any of the 4 stages of infection. Your risk of having syphilis is greater if you already have … the primary stage, a painless sore can develop anywhere on your body that came into contact with an infected person. …

Newborn blood spot card screening

… Vietnamese Why is my baby screened? A small spot of your baby’s blood can be used to get important information … healthy but have a rare and serious disorder that you and your doctor or midwife may not know about. Newborn screening … one of these disorders. What will my baby be screened for? Your baby will be screened for 27 treatable disorders. These …

Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… can cause death if not treated. If you are not sure whether your child is at risk of a severe allergic reaction, ask your child’s health care provider. Children and teens at … allergic reaction should also see a pediatric allergist. If your child is at risk, ask your child’s health care provider …

Campylobacter infection

… with the food products you buy, and know how to prepare your food safely. Handle and prepare all raw poultry and … bacteria More ways to reduce the risk of infection: Wash your hands with soap and warm running water at a sink and … and before touching anything else After using the toilet or changing diapers After touching pets or farm animals. If the …

Cryptosporidium infection

… or any persistent diarrhea or vomiting, see your health care provider. You may be asked to submit a … to detect so you may have to submit more than 1 sample. Your health care provider will decide if treatment with … eating and handling food, and after using the toilet, changing diapers, or touching animals Make sure children, …