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… and scalds in young children Last updated February 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 123 Download PDF Document English … scalds in young children is from contact with hot drinks/food, hot tap water, and hot surfaces. Why are young … entering and turning on the hot water taps Place a fence or safety screen around fireplaces and other heaters to prevent …
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… tobacco and nicotine products Last updated March 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 30b Download PDF Document English … products? No. All tobacco and nicotine products carry health risks and are highly addictive. The best thing you … relatively new, we don't have a lot of information on their safety. There is not much research on how effective HTPs are …
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… Role of Pets in Human Disease Last updated September 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 61a Download PDF Document English … with bacteria, parasites, fungi and viruses from spoiled food, other infected animals, the environment or infected … eat. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #59a Food Safety: Easy Ways to Make Food Safer Do not let your pet eat …
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… Yersiniosis Last updated March 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 77 Download PDF Document English … by these bacteria. You can get yersiniosis by eating food or drinking water contaminated with Yersinia bacteria. … Educate people who handle and prepare food about food safety Maintain a clean kitchen Protect foods from rodents …
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… Children and adults Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 99 Download PDF Document English … temperature. For more information on hand washing, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of … thermometer only if you are comfortable doing so and a health care provider has shown you how to do it safely: …
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… Salmonellosis Last updated June 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 17 Download PDF Document English … Vietnamese What is salmonellosis? Salmonellosis is a food borne infection caused by Salmonella bacteria. Symptoms … who prepare food about the importance of the following food safety practices: Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold …
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… Asbestos: When should I worry? Last updated February 1, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 32 Download PDF Document English … asbestos in cement, flooring and ceiling materials. Which health problems are caused by asbestos? Most of the time … older buildings are at higher risk of asbestos exposure if safety measures are not followed. How can I make my home …
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… minor consent and immunization Last updated October 8, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 119 Download PDF Document English … position of children under 19 years of age. One of the topics covered in the Infants Act is the health care of children. The Infants Act states that …
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… Pasteurized and raw milk Last updated September 11, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 03 Download PDF Document English … for at least 1 minute before allowing to air dry Use B.C.’s FOODSAFE Chlorine Dilution Calculator tool to make up the … 2 weeks For more information For more information on milk safety, visit …
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… infection and genital warts Last updated November 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 101a Sexually Transmitted … infection at the same time. For an accurate diagnosis, a health care provider should check all suspicious bumps and … it with your health care provider or a counsellor. For tips on how to talk to your partner(s), visit the BC Centre …
