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… is designed to protect pregnant women, infants and children as they are the most vulnerable. It is based on … many factors including the amount consumed over time, age, nutrition and underlying health issues. People may ingest … in the morning before using water will generally show any problems. If your home was built before 1989, your plumbing …
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… Vietnamese What is scabies? Scabies is a skin infestation caused by the parasite Sarcoptes scabiei or the human itch … Anyone can get scabies and it does not mean you have poor personal hygiene. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of … directions exactly. Some treatments may not be suitable for children, pregnant people or those who are breastfeeding or …
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… about what you eat and drink. For tips on how to stay healthy while travelling, visit HealthLinkBC File #41e … that lasts a long time Fever Severe headache, visual problems, or pink eye Skin rash Joint and muscle pain For … for adults HealthLinkBC File #41d Travelling with children Travel Series Health advice for travellers (#41a) …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese What is botulism and how is it caused? Botulism is a serious form of food poisoning that …
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… an unclean environment. Head lice are commonly spread among children and adults who have close head-to-head contact. … on the scalp Itchy scalp due to a sensitive reaction caused by the bites Scratch marks or small red bumps like a … lice, check all family members. What are safe options for treating head lice? There are many different products and ways …
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… appears as a bright red rash on the face, especially in children. It’s sometimes called "slapped cheek" disease. … can last longer. It usually goes away without any long-term problems How is fifth disease spread? A person with fifth … who has fifth disease. What is the treatment? For generally healthy people, home treatment is usually the only care …
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… a term used to describe a range of health and behavioural problems affecting people exposed to alcohol during … lifelong physical, learning and behavioural disabilities. Children, youth and adults with FASD will be affected in … full potential. Early diagnosis and support in a safe and healthy family situation may help prevent future issues such …
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… for adult travellers. Polio vaccine Polio is a disease caused by infection with a virus. People get it by eating food or drinking water contaminated with feces. You … Adults usually receive one dose of the vaccine. Sometimes children receive 2 doses. For more information, visit …
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… is impetigo? Impetigo is a bacterial infection of the skin caused by either Staphylococcus aureus (staph) bacteria, … (strep) bacteria or both. It is more common in children than adults and often occurs in the summer. … Is impetigo serious? Impetigo is usually a mild infection. Children with impetigo will have little discomfort other …
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… Vietnamese What is roseola? Roseola is a common illness caused by a virus. It mainly affects children between 6 months and 2 years of age. The disease is … Keep clothing light, just a shirt and shorts or a diaper Treating the fever. Your child should rest in bed until the …
