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Burns and scalds in young children

… that have to be worn for up to two years following the injury Prominent, raised scars Tight scarred skin as the … are preventable. By implementing a mix of passive and active strategies, injuries can be prevented. Passive … or hospital. For more information BC Injury Research and Prevention Unit www.injuryresearch.bc.ca BC Professional …

Petting zoo and open farm visits

… carry many types of harmful germs even if they appear healthy. You can get sick if you come into contact with the … can spread from hands to mouth. This can happen through eating, sucking fingers or when children put toys into their … bites, cuts or scrapes Seek medical attention if the injury is serious or if a wound gets infected Report …

Managing constipation with diet adults

… hormones A change in regular routine or travelling Not eating enough fibre Not drinking enough fluids Not getting enough physical activity Use of medications such as antacids with … File #68h Fibre and Your Health. Nutrition Series Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol (#68a) …

Rabies

… with rabies may also act strangely. Bats are usually active at night. If you see bats during the day, they may … into contact with bats that enter houses. If your pet has physical contact with a bat, consult your veterinarian. … rabies often can be found in different animals, consider being immunized for rabies before you leave. Get advice at a …

Role of Pets in Human Disease

… Vietnamese Pets make wonderful companions and help keep us healthy and active. However, like people, they can become infected with … treats or food. Wash your hands before preparing food, eating or smoking Make sure that children wash their hands …

Caffeinated energy drinks

… for using energy drinks apply to energy shots. Most healthy adults can have up to 400 mg of caffeine per day. … Too much caffeine can: Disrupt sleep and impact mental and physical health Cause increased heart rate and blood … of sugary drinks as a child or teen can impact future eating habits and health. Sugar substitutes Some energy …

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus MRSA

… in the nose or on the skin of approximately 3 out of 10 healthy people. Most people do not know that they are … prevent the spread of MRSA. Should I get tested for MRSA? Healthy people do not need to be tested for MRSA as the risk … most important thing you can do is wash your hands before eating, drinking, smoking, applying personal care products, …

Understanding harm reduction Substance use

… The aim of harm reduction is to support the health and wellbeing of people who use substances. Harm reduction aims to meet people “where they are at”, whether that is active substance use or abstinence. Harm reduction includes … who use substances HealthLinkBC File #118 Naloxone: Treating opioid overdose Ministry of Health and Addictions – …

Carbapenemase-producing organisms CPO

… CPO are usually a low risk and rarely cause an infection in healthy people. If they spread from the gut to other parts … cleaned after going to the bathroom and before preparing or eating food. People identified as having a CPO should follow … are my chances of getting infected with CPO? If you are healthy your chances of becoming sick with CPO are low. You …

A decision-making guide for patients diagnosed with cataracts

… filmy, foggy, cloudy, fuzzy or hazy vision Headlights being too bright at night Problems with glare in the sun … will discuss the various options with you. What will my recovery be like? Most patients who have cataract surgery …