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HIV and HIV tests

… for HIV, but lifelong treatment with medications called highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) means that you … You can not get HIV through casual contact, such as sharing food or drinks, insect bites, hugging or kissing. What are … Although HIV is a life-long infection, you can still live a healthy and productive life. However, getting early and …

Diphtheria tetanus pertussis polio haemophilus influenzae type b DTaP-IPV-Hib vaccine

… be present but these generally do not interfere with normal activity. Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or ibuprofen* (e.g. … (stool) of an infected person. This can happen from eating food or drinking water contaminated with stool. Haemophilus …

Residential hot tubs and pools Health and safety tips

… level before entering the water to ensure it is not too high. Even if the hot tub or pool will not be used for a … when it is not in use. Children are at higher risk of overheating than adults. Keep small children, especially infants, … do not regulate temperature well and overheat too quickly. Physical hazards Pool and hot tub users are always at risk …

Lead paint and hazards

… learning disabilities and behavioural problems in children. High levels of exposure to lead may cause lead poisoning and … can ingest lead because of their frequent hand-to-mouth activity and tendency to mouth or chew objects. Children … Whenever you disturb surfaces with lead paint, you risk creating hazardous lead dust even if the lead paint is covered …

Polio vaccine IPV

… with the stool of an infected person. This can happen by eating food or drinking water contaminated with stool. Due to …

Meningococcal quadrivalent vaccines

… The vaccine is also provided free to children and adults at high risk of meningococcal disease, including those who … bacteria Military personnel Those living or travelling in a high risk area for meningococcal disease For information on … can occur through activities such as kissing or sharing of food, drinks, cigarettes, lipsticks, water bottles, mouth …

Cyanobacteria blooms blue-green algae

… contaminated with cyanobacteria. The risk is particularly high for those who drink formula made with contaminated … from the water. Do not expose plants that are grown for food to water contaminated with cyanobacteria. The toxins …

Burns and scalds in young children

… who are naturally curious and like to explore, are at high risk of burns and scalds. The most common cause of … scalds in young children is from contact with hot drinks/food, hot tap water, and hot surfaces. Why are young … left unattended Tripping over a child while transporting food Appliance cords such as kettles and slow cookers that …

Aerial spraying for native defoliators in BCs forests

… the Btk performance. Many of these ingredients are approved food-grade additives. It does not use petroleum products and …

Insect repellents and DEET

… repellents have different amounts of DEET. Products with higher concentrations of DEET are not more effective, but … 2 hours Protection times may be less than this if you are sweating, getting wet, or if the repellant is rubbed off your … areas Do not use sprays or aerosol products near food Products that combine sunscreen and repellent are not …