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Prenatal ultrasound

… in your vagina. This method is used to assess certain conditions that might arise in your pregnancy The … your baby is developing normally or if there are any major physical concerns Check on the amount of amniotic fluid … that have an isolated ultrasound “marker” are completely healthy and well. Ultrasound cannot detect all prenatal …

Breastfeeding or chestfeeding

… babies Is easy for your baby to digest Helps your baby’s physical, emotional and intellectual development Results in …

Travelling with children

… How can I protect my children from malaria? Malaria is a disease caused by mosquito bites and tiny parasites that get … #41e Traveller’s diarrhea HealthLinkBC File #41f Malaria prevention HealthLinkBC File #41k Traveller’s diarrhea and … with children (#41d) Traveller's diarrhea (#41e) Malaria prevention (#41f) The pregnant traveller (#41g) Japanese …

Hepatitis B virus infection

… What is hepatitis B virus infection? Hepatitis B is a disease of the liver caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). … is called an acute HBV infection. Less than 5 percent of healthy adults will develop chronic HBV infection. Most … spoons, cookers and needles Use a condom during sexual activity Do not donate your blood, semen, body organs or …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… February 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93c Elder Abuse Prevention Series Download PDF Document English Document … in the community, or in institutional settings. It can be physical, emotional, financial, sexual, spiritual or social. … than older men to have experienced a history of emotional, physical or sexual abuse Older women may have fewer …

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 … staff wash their hands with soap and water before and after eating. This helps prevent food from getting on toys, …

Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… oral, vaginal or anal sex, or during any other sexual activity in which skin-to-skin contact takes place. How … every year in B.C., and close to 50 women die from the disease. How are genital warts treated? Genital warts can be … can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… contaminated by rodents, you may get a foodborne illness. Diseases can also be spread if you are bitten by a rodent, … .Ticks and fleas carried by rodents can also spread diseases. For more information on tick bites, visit … droppings, debris left from chewing through materials or eating household food (including cereal boxes or fruit on …

A better immunization experience for your child

… hurt, or sting" You can say "You need the vaccine to stay healthy. The medicine will be put in your arm with a needle. …

Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and even save lives. As people age, they may be at much higher risk of severe disease and complications from influenza. For this reason, … for people who have heart, lung or other health conditions. These complications can sometimes be fatal. For …