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Community evacuation information for seniors

… an emergency? If the police or RCMP orders you to evacuate your home or community, leave the area immediately. You are … people to assist you during an emergency. Give them keys to your home and add their contact information to a shared emergency plan. Tell your support network about any health conditions or …

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 humans. Some of these diseases can be passed from your pet to you. What diseases can I catch from my pet? Pets … treats or food. Wash your hands before preparing food, eating or smoking Make sure that children wash their hands …

Preventing abuse and neglect of older adults

… may also lose interest in life, change their habits such as eating, drinking or taking medications. They may experience … Abuse and Information Line (SAIL) to receive guidance about your concern. How can abuse and neglect be prevented? There …

Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… a child is turning blue and cannot speak or cough, follow your organization's health and safety procedures. Call 9-1-1 … in watches, calculators and handheld games How can I make eating safer for a child? Until children are at least 4 … Always supervise babies and young children when they are eating: Offer food in small amounts to prevent children from …

Living well with hepatitis C virus

… after being cured. If you have chronic HCV, you should see your health care provider regularly. During these visits, … you may have physical exams and other tests to see how healthy your liver is. You may also be referred to a … can resume breast or chestfeeding What can I do to stay as healthy as possible? To promote good health while living …

Rabies

… including other illnesses, self-protection, heat, stress, hunger and becoming accustomed to humans. What should I do … the chance of any type of infection Seek medical care from your health care provider or local public health unit right … you think you have been exposed to a rabies virus, contact your local public health unit or health care provider, no …

Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… can cause death if not treated. If you are not sure whether your child is at risk of a severe allergic reaction, ask … of a severe allergic reaction can start within minutes of eating the food that triggers reactions. They will usually … reaction and can save your child’s life. Steps for treating a severe allergic reaction Use the epinephrine …

Iron in Foods

… Vietnamese Why do I need iron? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin (pronounced … all parts of your body. Babies and children need iron for healthy growth and development, including brain development. … your body You can absorb more non-heme iron from foods by eating them at the same time as foods with heme iron or …

Lunches to go

… Spanish Document Vietnamese Lunch is an important part of your child’s day. Eating a variety of nutritious foods while at school helps … or bean spreads Leftover cooked chicken or beef Regularly eating processed meats like ham, turkey, salami, bologna, …

Childhood vaccines are safe

… Spanish Document Vietnamese Document Tigrinya Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines … from harmful germs without getting the disease. Like healthy food and clean water, vaccines help keep your child healthy. All vaccines used in B.C. are approved by Health …