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Your childs feelings

… (even “bad” feelings) are normal and that there are healthy ways to respond to them. For example, “I’m feeling … bond that your baby’s brain and body needs to develop in a healthy way. Research also tell us that babies whose cries … how angry you feel. Please tell me why you are so angry.” Treating children with respect teaches them to solve problems …

Group A streptococcal infections

… is a very severe infection more commonly known as flesh-eating disease. It can spread fast through the flesh … see HealthLinkBC File #60 Necrotizing fasciitis (flesh-eating disease) . Scarlet fever usually starts with a red … are often found in the nose and throat and on the skin of healthy people. When a person infected with GAS breathes, …

HIV and HIV tests

… slow or stop the damage to the immune system. HIV testing guidelines in B.C. recommend that everyone aged 18 to 70 … Although HIV is a life-long infection, you can still live a healthy and productive life. However, getting early and …

Cryptosporidium infection

… water while swimming. You can also become infected by eating raw or undercooked food contaminated with … usually last for 1 to 2 weeks in people who are otherwise healthy. In some cases, symptoms can return after you have … drink unpasteurized milk or juices Wash your hands before eating and handling food, and after using the toilet, …

Wildfire Its effects on drinking water quality

… were used should be checked to ensure that it meets the Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality. People and … etc.) to ensure it meets the water quality standards in Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality. For more … -health/water-quality/drinking-water/canadian-drinking-water-guidelines.html For information on testing your private …

Water fluoridation facts

… The maximum acceptable concentration (MAC) in the Canadian Guidelines for Drinking Water Quality is 1.5 mg/L. Whether …

E coli infection

… E. coli is present in the intestines and feces of many healthy animals including cattle, goats, sheep, deer and … any fruits and vegetables with cold running water before eating them raw, even if they will be peeled or cut. Use a …

A better immunization experience for your child

… hurt, or sting" You can say "You need the vaccine to stay healthy. The medicine will be put in your arm with a needle. …

Home isolation for Tuberculosis TB

… contact with others Take your medicines as directed, eat healthy foods and get plenty of rest Wear a mask that covers …

Cyclospora infection cyclosporiasis

… number of days to become infectious. People are infected by eating contaminated food or water. The parasite is not … Cyclospora infection. These outbreaks have been linked to eating contaminated, imported fresh produce. High-risk foods … Wash fruits and vegetables as thoroughly as possible before eating them. However, washing may not eliminate the risk Be …