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… Water fluoridation facts Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 28 Download PDF Document English … Where can fluoridation occur? Fluoridation can occur in public, private, and community water supplies and/or wells. … should make the test results available to users and the public. If you have a private/domestic well, you should do a …
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… enterococci (VRE) Last updated October 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 74 Download PDF Document English … found in the stomach and bowels of about 19 out of every 20 healthy people. They are also normally found in the mouth … pose a health risk to your family, co-workers, or to the public, it is important for you to wash your hands regularly …
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… difficile (C. difficile) Last updated June 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 114 Download PDF Document English … many good bacteria that help you digest food and stay healthy. When antibiotics are taken to treat an illness, … the tap and open the door when you leave if you are in a public restroom If washing hands frequently apply hand cream …
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… play from birth to 3 years Last updated November 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 92a Child Development Series … Document Vietnamese Play is a very important part of healthy development. Through play and curiosity, your child … sounds of your voice as you read. It is never too early to start reading to your child. Speaking and reading in …
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… and neglect of older adults Last updated September 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93a Elder Abuse Prevention Series … Abuse and neglect in later life can affect an adult’s health, happiness, safety and financial security. Older … from Elder Abuse and Neglect visit www.gov.bc.ca/elderabuse Public Guardian and Trustee at 604 660-4444 or visit …
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… tests for infants and children Last updated October 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 71b Download PDF Document English … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Children start learning language from the moment they are born. … did not receive a hearing screening, contact your local public health unit. The screening test is very safe and it …
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… for babies and toddlers Last updated September 23, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 69j Child Nutrition Series … PDF Document English A well-planned vegan diet can be a healthy eating pattern for people of all ages, including … foods, such as gelatin or honey Most babies are ready to start solid foods around 6 months old. Your baby can eat …
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… Pasteurized and raw milk Last updated September 11, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 03 Download PDF Document English … other dairy animals. By law in Canada, all milk sold to the public must be pasteurized and packaged in a licensed dairy … raise the temperature to 74°C (165°F) or hotter and start the 15 second timer over again Cool the milk: Cool the …
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… Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) Last updated October 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 73 Download PDF Document English … in the nose or on the skin of approximately 3 out of 10 healthy people. Most people do not know that they are … pose a health risk to your family, co-workers, or to the public, it is important for you to wash your hands regularly …
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… Clean-up after a flood Last updated September 23, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 20 Download PDF Document English … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the health hazards after a flood? Anyone who has had a flood at … disposal of human waste and garbage has been arranged. If a public water supply system serves your home, you will be …
