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… Getting an influenza vaccine Staying home when you are ill Washing your hands regularly Cleaning and disinfecting objects and … Cough and sneezing into your shirt sleeve rather than your hands Getting an influenza vaccine can help prevent you from …
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… with or washed in water containing the parasite, or when handled by people infected with cyclosporiasis. How do I prevent cyclosporiasis? Wash your hands before, during and after preparing food Wash fruits … as thoroughly as possible before eating them. However, washing may not eliminate the risk Be aware that eating …
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… can I prevent group A streptococcal infection? Wash your hands often. For more information on hand washing, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop …
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… other swimmers do not become infected. If you are a food handler or health care worker it is possible for you to … or as advised by your local health authority. Wash your hands well and often, which will help lessen the chance of … Children in daycares should be supervised by an adult when washing their hands. For more information, see HealthLinkBC …
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… that have come into contact with flood water should be handled carefully. Flood waters passing over land may come … Always follow manufacturer safety instructions when handling disinfectants and fungicides. How do I clean my … if possible. Clean all surfaces exposed to flood waters by washing them with detergent and then treat with a …
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… (not covered by clothes), such as the face, neck, arms and hands. The bites can take one to two weeks to heal. Bed bugs … on your body, particularly around your face, neck, arms and hands Dark spotting and staining on your sheets, pillow, … Physical control methods to treat bed bugs Steaming, washing and throwing out items: Wash bedding, clothing and …
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… be applied sparingly and not be applied to the face and hands. Prolonged use should be avoided Children 2 to 12 … more than 3 times per day. Do not apply to the face and hands. Prolonged use should be avoided Adults and children … you return indoors or when protection is no longer needed. Washing the repellent from the skin surface is important …
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… immunization. Parents and caregivers should wash their hands thoroughly after changing diapers. What are the … the stools of an infected child. This can happen when handling diapers. Washing your hands often with soap and water is the best way …
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… it may be spread through small breaks in the skin when handling a wild mouse, or by mouse bites. You cannot catch … or soap and water before removing them. Wash your hands with soap and water after removing gloves. Avoid mice … Getting rid of rodents (rats and mice) . For proper hand washing tips, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help …
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… and other people nearby. Can TB spread to others by shaking hands or kissing? TB is not spread by direct physical contact, such as shaking hands or kissing. TB is spread through the air when a … mask or using a tissue. For more information on proper hand washing, visit HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop …
