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… other biological contaminants Last updated October 29, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65b Download PDF Document English … spread by releasing tiny spores into the air. What are some health problems caused by moulds and other biological … temperatures can cause water to condense on windows causing mould to grow on frames or sills. Water coming into …
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… Treating opioid overdose Last updated November 1, 2020 HealthLink BC File number 118 Download PDF Document English … and death. Why is opioid overdose an important public health issue? The number of opioid overdoses per year in … in B.C. at community pharmacies through First Nations Health Benefits. What is involved in THN training? Training …
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… and pools: Safe water quality Last updated August 1, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 27b Download PDF Document English … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Health concerns of hot tubs and pools Hot tubs and pools can … all chemicals are within the recommended range prior to using your pool or hot tub. Disinfectants kill germs. …
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… (parvovirus infection) Last updated October 29, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 54 Download PDF Document English … Wash your hands often. For more information, please visit HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of … is usually the only care needed for fifth disease. Antibiotics are not used to treat fifth disease because it …
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… (Flesh-Eating Disease) Last updated February 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 60 Download PDF Document English … bacteria are found on the skin or in the nose and throat of healthy people. Many people carry these bacteria but don’t … is no vaccine to prevent group A streptococcal infections. Antibiotics are recommended if you have close contact with …
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… immune system and vaccines Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 50a Child Immunization Series … on time. The vaccines are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to make an appointment. Check what you …
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… Salmonellosis Last updated June 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 17 Download PDF Document English … Cooked, ready-to-eat food can be contaminated when using the same cutting board, plate or utensil to prepare … (bowel movement). Your health care provider may prescribe antibiotics if you have a severe case of salmonellosis, …
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… Scabies Last updated August 27, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 09 Download PDF Document English … itchiness and skin rashes have many causes, only your health care provider can confirm if you have scabies. What … Scabies will not go away without treatment. Speak with your health care provider before you begin treatment. Topical …
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… Norovirus Last updated May 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 87 Download PDF Document English … with norovirus usually get better within a few days. Antibiotics should not be taken for norovirus. Antibiotics … virus, follow these tips: Wash your hands, especially after using the toilet, changing diapers or before eating or …
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… Shigellosis Last updated October 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 80 Download PDF Document English … It can spread when hands are not carefully washed after using the bathroom or changing a diaper, and then preparing … than 7 days to get better. Shigellosis can be treated with antibiotics to speed recovery and to help prevent others …
