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Sleep related infant death

… babies who spit up a lot are safer sleeping on their backs. Healthy babies will naturally swallow or cough up fluids on … of your baby’s neck, and take off a layer if your baby is sweating or appears flushed. The temperature of the room …

Tuberculosis TB

… chances of a TB infection becoming TB disease? If you are healthy and a person with TB infection, you have a 5 to 10% …

Aerial spraying for native defoliators in BCs forests

Sputum testing for Tuberculosis TB

Mumps

… if you have a fever Get plenty of rest Use an ice pack or heating pad for a swollen or painful jaw. Be sure to place a …

Shaken baby syndrome SBS

… resistant to soothing and can cry for hours but are still healthy. For more information visit www.dontshake.ca and …

Genital herpes

… Having a weakened immune system (e.g., chemotherapy, HIV) A healthy lifestyle, such as a good diet, getting enough sleep …

Home canning - How to avoid botulism

Time for bed

… I make sure that my child is safe when they are sleeping? Creating a safe sleeping environment for your baby will reduce …

Health Risks in the Wilderness

… You should not drink water in the wilderness without treating it first. Parasites and bacteria found in surface … and rivers can contaminate the water you use for drinking, eating and recreation. Untreated water in the wilderness can … and safety can also be affected by people practicing unhealthy backcountry hygiene. If proper toilets are not …