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Salmonellosis

… foods sit for a long time at room temperature Be aware that eating the following foods will increase your risk of … other foods that are not cooked thoroughly Be aware that eating raw or undercooked sprouts can put you at risk of …

The pregnant traveller

… about what you eat and drink. For tips on how to stay healthy while travelling, visit HealthLinkBC File #41e …

Food safety Easy ways to make food safer

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Eating food contaminated with germs causes foodborne … wash fruits and vegetables under cool, running water before eating or cutting them, even if you plan to peel them. Use a … Let the food stand for at least 2 minutes at the end of heating Follow food package instructions Some packaged foods …

HIV testing in pregnancy

… as possible to improve your own health and help you have a healthy pregnancy and baby. Should I get tested if I am … your HIV status is important information in planning a healthy pregnancy. Both you and your partner should be …

Allergy safe child care facilities

… of a severe allergic reaction can start within minutes of eating the food that triggers reactions. They will usually … reaction and can save the child’s life. Steps for treating a severe allergic reaction Use the epinephrine … staff wash their hands with soap and water before and after eating. This helps prevent food from getting on toys, …

Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… of a severe allergic reaction can start within minutes of eating the food that triggers reactions. They will usually … reaction and can save your child’s life. Steps for treating a severe allergic reaction Use the epinephrine … away from home. Help your child avoid their food allergens. Eating even a very small amount can trigger a severe …

Campylobacter infection

… single-use towels. Always wash your hands: Before eating Before handling food Right after handling raw poultry … those who handle pets, wash their hands carefully before eating and on a regular basis if they suck their thumbs or …

Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease vCJD

… an abnormal prion attacks the brain, killing cells and creating gaps in tissue or sponge-like patches. The vCJD prion … supply. None of the reported cases of vCJD resulted from eating Canadian beef. How does a cow get BSE? The abnormal … between the ages of 45 and 75. CJD is not connected to eating BSE-infected cow parts. For more information For more …

Listeriosis

… the feces of animals. Listeriosis is most often caused by eating contaminated foods. A variety of foods can contain or … fridge at or below 4°C (40°F) Wash raw vegetables before eating Keep uncooked meats separate from vegetables and … should be heated thoroughly to steaming hot (74°C) before eating. For more information For more information on food …

Giardia infection

… water while you swim. You can also become infected by eating raw or undercooked food contaminated with cysts. … well with soap and water after using the toilet and before eating or preparing foods. Dry your hands with disposable … can still infect others. After using the toilet and before eating or preparing foods wash your hands thoroughly with …