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Dental care for your infant and toddler

… important for your child’s health. Dental care keep teeth healthy for a lifetime. Healthy baby teeth help children eat and speak clearly. Baby … may contribute to early childhood tooth decay: Frequent Eating(especially sticky or sugary foods) Constant use of a …

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, …

Home isolation for Tuberculosis TB

… contact with others Take your medicines as directed, eat healthy foods and get plenty of rest Wear a mask that covers … by shaking hands or kissing? TB is not spread by direct physical contact, such as shaking hands or kissing. TB is … TB clinics, visit www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/tuberculosis . Image … Home isolation for …

E coli infection

… weakened immune systems and pregnant women. Where does the disease come from? E. coli is present in the intestines and feces of many healthy animals including cattle, goats, sheep, deer and … any fruits and vegetables with cold running water before eating them raw, even if they will be peeled or cut. Use a …

Vitamin D and your health

… D? If you take certain medications or have specific medical conditions, your health care provider may suggest you take … to speak with a registered dietitian Nutrition Series Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol (#68a) Healthy …

Clostridium difficile C difficile

… many good bacteria that help you digest food and stay healthy. When antibiotics are taken to treat an illness, … may lead to serious illness. Who is most at risk? For most healthy people, C. diff is not a health risk. Those at … of bacteria. What are the treatments? The first step in treating a C. diff infection is to stop taking the antibiotic …

Yersiniosis

… 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 … food safer HealthLinkBC File #61a Role of pets in human disease HealthLinkBC File #61b Petting zoo and open farm …

Toxoplasmosis

… Vietnamese What is toxoplasmosis? Toxoplasmosis is a disease found in birds and mammals worldwide. The infection … Most infected people do not show any symptoms. A healthy person’s immune system usually prevents the parasite … touching anything that has come into contact with cat feces Eating raw or undercooked meats Drinking unpasteurized milk …

Heat-related illness

… to stay hydrated. What causes heat-related illness? A healthy human body maintains a temperature of about 37°C … through increased blood flow to the skin and increased sweating. This allows your body to cool and return to its … occurs when you are overexposed to heat or during intense physical activity while it is hot. Most heat-related illness …

Your childs feelings

… (even “bad” feelings) are normal and that there are healthy ways to respond to them. For example, “I’m feeling … a routine that works for your child Have healthy snacks, physical activity and periods of rest each day Try to spend … how angry you feel. Please tell me why you are so angry.” Treating children with respect teaches them to solve problems …