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Head lice

… Head lice Last updated September 9, 2024 HealthLink BC File … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are head lice? Head lice are tiny, sesame seed-sized, … The best way to prevent the spread of head lice is to encourage children to avoid head-to-head contact. Teach them not …

Financial abuse of older adults

… Financial abuse of older adults Last updated February 24, 2022 HealthLink BC … Financial neglect may involve failing to pay rent or mortgage, medical insurance or bills. Who can experience … Neglect of Older Adults: Understanding Gender Difference Image Elder Abuse Prevention Series Preventing abuse and …

Preventing abuse and neglect of older adults

… or rough treatment, even if it does not result in an injury Emotional abuse includes name calling, intimidation, … of physical abuse are falls, bruises, broken bones, burns, head injuries or injuries to the mouth. Other health effects … in a way that does not risk the older adult's safety Encourage the older adult to ask a professional for confidential …

Elementary school age children and their vision

… Elementary school age children and their vision Last updated January 12, 2022 … you notice any of these signs or symptoms: Blurred vision Headaches Red, itchy or watery eyes or discharge Squinting … drinking straws, or pieces of wire, can cause an eye injury Teach children to sit at least 3 metres (8 to 10 …

Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults

… being active can help you stay healthy and strong as you age. Eating a variety of nutritious foods and beverages each day helps to: Keep your bones and muscles strong … the day. What nutrients are important as we age? As you get older, your body’s ability to use or absorb some nutrients …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Information for family caregivers

… Abuse and neglect of older adults: Information for family caregivers Last updated … Document Vietnamese Eighty per cent of caregiving for older adults is provided by families, usually by a spouse, … HealthLinkBC File #93d Financial Abuse of Older Adults Image Elder Abuse Prevention Series Preventing abuse and …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… Abuse and neglect of older adults: Understanding gender differences Last updated … her significantly and for a long period of time On average, a woman tends to be smaller than a man, and she may … ashamed that someone they trust is hurting or taking advantage of them. Both men and women may worry about how it …

Young children and their vision

… common vision concerns in children younger than 4 years of age. By recognizing vision concerns and their symptoms early … they grow, but issues become more difficult to correct at older ages. This is why it is important for all children to … eyelid Covering or closing one eye Tilting or holding the head in an unusual position Sensitivity to light Lack of …

Hearing tests for infants and children

… Spanish Document Vietnamese Children start learning language from the moment they are born. Babies who hear well … ear Reddened skin around the ear An object in the ear An injury to the ear What hearing tests will my child receive? … using small earphones. Small sensors are placed on the forehead and behind each ear to measure response from the …

Seniors falls can be prevented

… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese One-third of people aged 65 and over who live in the community fall each year. Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths and hospitalizations for adults aged … to fractures (for example, broken hip or broken ankle), head injuries, loss of mobility and independence, long-term …