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… the intestinal tract. Very rarely, it can also infect the blood stream. When a person gets sick from this infection it … foods right away. Keep raw meat well wrapped and on lower refrigerator shelves so blood does not drip onto other … single-use towels. Always wash your hands: Before eating Before handling food Right after handling raw poultry …
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… 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 include leafy green vegetables, fresh peas, …
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… bacteria live in the intestine of infected persons and are highly infectious. What are the symptoms of shigellosis? The … of shigellosis include fever, diarrhea that may contain blood and/or mucous, stomach cramps, nausea and vomiting, … the washroom, changing diapers, and before handling or eating food. For more information on hand washing, see …
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… disease caused by infection with a virus. People get it by eating food or drinking water contaminated with feces. You … sharing. In rare instances, it can be spread by infected blood products. Hepatitis B can cause permanent liver … visitors staying one month or longer in areas with a high risk of rabies. Examples include parts of Latin …
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… You should not drink water in the wilderness without treating it first. Parasites and bacteria found in surface … and safety can also be affected by people practicing unhealthy backcountry hygiene. If proper toilets are not … for at least 2 minutes to disinfect it. Water boils at a lower temperature at higher elevations Filtering the water …
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… and animals may carry the bacteria and still look and feel healthy. Lakes and streams can also be contaminated by these bacteria. You can get yersiniosis by eating food or drinking water contaminated with Yersinia … infected. They include abdominal pain, fever and diarrhea. Bloody diarrhea can occur in children. In some cases …
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… use words that lessen anxiety - for example, "you may feel pressure, squeezing, or poking". Do not use words such as … hurt, or sting" You can say "You need the vaccine to stay healthy. The medicine will be put in your arm with a needle. … bubbles Blow out a pretend candle Blow a pinwheel or party blower Why? Deep breathing makes the body relax its stress …
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… M.F.) cow milk at 9 to 12 months of age, if your baby is eating a variety of iron-rich foods Do not feed homemade infant formula, evaporated milk, lower fat cow milk, other animal milk or plant-based milks … expiration date What type of formula can I offer my baby? Healthy babies born at full term, which is 37 weeks or more …
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… large amounts of antibodies taken from donated human blood. Antibodies are proteins that a person’s immune system … include headache, trouble swallowing, seizures, fever and sweating, high blood pressure and fast heart rate. Up to 1 in 5 people …
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… abuse can happen to both men and women. Older adults at higher risk of financial abuse tend to be alone, socially … for proper housing, good nutrition, medication and healthy activities. How can abuse and neglect be prevented? … the Seniors Abuse Info Line (SAIL) at 604 437-1940 in the Lower Mainland, or toll free at 1 866 437-1940. If you see a …
