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… E. coli infection Last updated February 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 02 Download PDF Document English … E. coli is present in the intestines and feces of many healthy animals including cattle, goats, sheep, deer and … bloody diarrhea for more than a few days, you should see a health care provider. Drinking lots of fluids is important …
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… Toxic shock syndrome Last updated August 31, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 04 Download PDF Document English … lungs and kidneys. Since TSS develops quickly, emergency medical help is needed as soon as possible. Although TSS has … (GAS) For more information on group A Streptococcus, see HealthLinkBC File #106 Group A Streptococcal Infections . …
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… enterococci (VRE) Last updated October 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 74 Download PDF Document English … found in the stomach and bowels of about 19 out of every 20 healthy people. They are also normally found in the mouth … the food. What are your chances of getting VRE? If you are healthy and living in the community, your chances of …
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… Easy ways to make food safer Last updated March 10, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 59a Download PDF Document English … 60 years and over People with a compromised immune system Health Canada provides additional tips for those at highest risk: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-safety-vulnerable-populations.html . For More …
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… of rodents (rats and mice) Last updated January 31, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 37 Download PDF Document English … the more common indoor mice. For more information visit HealthLinkBC File #36 Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome .Ticks … spread diseases. For more information on tick bites, visit HealthLinkBC File #01 Tick bites and disease . Is it easy to …
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… age children and their vision Last updated January 12, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 53b Download PDF Document English … and their symptoms? Your child should see your family health care provider or eye doctor if you notice any of … design, fully covering the eyes Fit well and be comfortable Have labels with 99 to 100 per cent UVA and UVB …
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… Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome Last updated September 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 36 Download PDF Document English … clean areas where mice have been. Contact your local public health unit before you clean up the home of someone who has … some hardware and home building outlets. Your local public health unit or WorkSafe BC can provide more information …
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… Hand, foot and mouth disease Last updated July 29, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 64 Download PDF Document English … better. For more information on hand washing, please visit HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of … Tylenol®) or ibuprofen (for example Advil®). Ask your health care provider for the correct dose to use, or read …
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… influenza (flu) vaccine Last updated September 25, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 12a Influenza (Flu) Series … vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and even save lives. As people age, … of British Columbia’s website at www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/immunizations/flu . The …
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… to 3 Year old child eat well Last updated November 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 69d Child Nutrition Series … also help shape positive attitudes towards food and eating. Healthy eating is about more than just what we eat. It’s … age 2, other options include skim, 1% and 2% milk and plain fortified soy beverage. Other fortified plant-based …
