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Vancomycin-resistant enterococci VRE

… found in the stomach and bowels of about 19 out of every 20 healthy people. They are also normally found in the mouth … cleaning your hands. VRE can also be spread if you eat food that is contaminated with VRE. Food can be contaminated … most important thing you can do is wash your hands before eating, drinking, smoking or applying personal care …

Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… updated April 16, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 110b Child Nutrition Series Download PDF Document English Document … of choking because they: Have less practice controlling food in their mouths Do not always chew food into small … in watches, calculators and handheld games How can I make eating safer for a child? Until children are at least 4 …

Travellers diarrhea

… frequent, loose, or watery bowel movements resulting from eating or drinking contaminated foods or liquids. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, … traveller’s diarrhea. The following tips can help you stay healthy while travelling. Do: Eat foods that are well cooked …

Breastfeeding or chestfeeding

… updated July 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 70 Child Nutrition Series Download PDF Document English Document … and included. Human milk (breast milk) is the only food your baby needs for the first 6 months. When your baby … babies Is easy for your baby to digest Helps your baby’s physical, emotional and intellectual development Results in …

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 …

Pregnancy and folic acid folate Preventing neural tube defects

… and folic acid? Folate is a B vitamin found naturally in foods. Folic acid is a form of folate. It's used in vitamin … Why is folate important for my health? Folate helps make healthy new cells. If you do not get enough folate, you … or barbiturates) Can I get enough folate from food? Eating foods with natural folate and foods fortified with …

Living well with hepatitis B virus infection

… such as in an office or school Coughing or sneezing Physical contact such as hugging and kissing Using the same … unless the nipples are cracked and bleeding The healthy, intact skin of others coming into contact with your … vaccine Eat healthy, nutritious food as outlined by the Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide. Visit …

Allergy safe adult care facilities

… Vietnamese What is an allergy safe adult care facility? Food allergy affects about 3 to 4 adults out of every 100. … maintain a safe environment for adults with food allergy. Creating an allergy safe facility involves: Following policies … food Tell food suppliers about the food allergies at your facility Make sure staff who buy, store, prepare and …

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 … by coming into contact with their feces, urine, saliva or food. Animal feces or manure can get onto its hair or fur, … can spread from hands to mouth. This can happen through eating, sucking fingers or when children put toys into their …

Role of Pets in Human Disease

… Vietnamese Pets make wonderful companions and help keep us healthy and active. However, like people, they can become … with bacteria, parasites, fungi and viruses from spoiled food, other infected animals, the environment or infected … treats or food. Wash your hands before preparing food, eating or smoking Make sure that children wash their hands …