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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 … allergy safe for my child? Give the facility a copy of your child’s Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan completed by your …

Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… can cause death if not treated. If you are not sure whether your child is at risk of a severe allergic reaction, ask … 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 …

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 …

Cryptococcal disease C gattii

… not become ill. In people who become ill, symptoms appear months after exposure and can last for several months. … these symptoms especially for long periods of time, talk to your health care provider. Your health care provider can request tests if you show …

Febrile seizures fever seizures

… is a seizure caused by a fever. They can occur when your child has a fever of 38ºC (100.4ºF) or higher. During a … seizure is not harmful and usually stops by itself. If your child has had a febrile seizure, it does not mean that … Febrile seizures occur in children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years. About 1 in 25 children will have a …

Shigellosis

… oral-anal (mouth to anus) contact, getting stool on your fingers and then touching your mouth, or by putting objects in your mouth that may … the washroom, changing diapers, and before handling or eating food. For more information on hand washing, see …

Quitting smoking

… to quit smoking. For many people, these include: Improve your health and lower your risk of smoking-caused illness, like heart and lung … support to guide your quit. Features include: Creating a personalized online quit plan Motivational support …

Impetigo

… pain, worsening redness, weakness and fever. If you or your child has these symptoms, discuss them with your health care provider. Is impetigo serious? Impetigo is … someone you know has impetigo. It is very important to wash your hands after touching the rash, as impetigo spreads …

Quit or reduce vaping

… products. What are the risks of vaping? Vaping can impact your health in several ways: Exposure to toxic and … new products. As a result, the long-term impacts to your health are not fully understood. There may be risks … unsuccessful, switching to vaping may reduce the harms to your health. Long-term use of vapes is not recommended, so …

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… of breath If the disease gets worse, fluid builds up in your lungs, making it harder to breathe. In North America, … mouse, or by mouse bites. You cannot catch the disease from your domestic pet. In North America, there is no evidence … rodents in and around the home. Keep mice out of your home and learn how to clean up safely. Follow the …