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Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… child’s symptoms do not get better or get worse, give a second dose of epinephrine as soon as 5 minutes after the …

Indoor air quality Combustion by-products

… unvented kerosene heaters, stoves and other sources. Second-hand tobacco smoke also contains combustion …

Allergy safe adult care facilities

… resident’s symptoms do not get better or get worse, give a second dose of epinephrine as soon as 5 minutes after the … water before and after eating. This helps prevent food from getting on objects, clothing or other surfaces. Hand …

Immunization for health care workers in BC

… at work. Many diseases can be prevented with immunization. Getting immunized protects your health and prevents the … certified as a “polio free” country. Individuals at risk of getting polio in Canada are those who come in contact with … to an initial vaccine series should be offered a second series of vaccine. To check for immunity, hepatitis B …

Food safety in child care facilities

… fever. Children 5 years and under are at a higher risk of getting sick because their immune systems are not fully … Clean Wash your hands with warm soapy water for at least 20 seconds before you eat or handle any food and after you use …

Quit or reduce vaping

… that you do so only outdoors and avoid exposing others to second-hand aerosol. Can vaping help me quit smoking? Some …

Safety tips for swimmers

… area can be very slippery, especially when wet. Be careful getting in and out of the pool Use a handrail if possible … small spaces that can trap people underwater. Sometimes getting trapped under water will lead to drowning. If you … child alone near water Drowning is silent and can happen in seconds, even in just a few centimetres of water (e.g. …

Bed bugs

… into your house: Check furniture and bedding you buy from second-hand stores, garage sales or roadside pickup. Do not …

Feeding your baby formula Before you start

… prepare it carefully. Some babies have a higher risk of getting sick from powdered infant formula. This includes … decay (cavities) How often should I feed my baby? By their second day, most babies feed at least 8 times in 24 hours … Show a lack of interest in feeding Fall asleep Your baby is getting enough formula if they’re growing well and have 6 or …

Newborn blood spot card screening

… have the sample repeated within 2 weeks. The purpose of the second sample is to double check the few disorders that can …