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Rabies

… stress, hunger and becoming accustomed to humans. What should I do if I have been exposed to rabies? If a bat or … Wash the wound well with soap and warm water under moderate pressure for at least 15 minutes. This greatly reduces … works if it is started before symptoms appear. It involves getting both rabies immune globulin and the rabies vaccine. …

Breastfeeding or chestfeeding

… and to avoid distractions such as cell phones. How often should I feed my baby? Let your baby decide when to feed. … Your baby may feed a lot. Feeding several times close together is called cluster feeding. This often happens in the … extra slice of toast at breakfast It’s important to stay hydrated. Try to have a glass of water nearby when you …

Clean-up after a flood

… a flood? Anyone who has had a flood at home is anxious to get back to ordinary life as soon as possible. However, it … dirty. Items that have come into contact with flood water should be handled carefully. Flood waters passing over land … or items. You should wash clothing worn while cleaning separately in hot water and detergent. You should not wear …

Scabies

… be spread by sharing clothes, towels or bedding. Anyone can get scabies and it does not mean you have poor personal … adults do not normally get scabies above the neck, you should not have to apply the cream to your face and scalp. … have symptoms yet. For this reason, all household members should receive treatment at the same time. Children may …

Roseola

… 2 years of age. The disease is usually mild. Many children get roseola and recover without feeling sick. What are the … a fever seizure. Although a seizure can be very scary, it should only last a few minutes, and does not do any harm. Your child’s temperature should return to normal within 3 to 5 days. About 24 hours …

Giardia infection

… infects the intestines of humans and animals. When a person gets sick, the infection is called giardiasis or is … treatment with anti-parasitic medication is necessary. What should I do if I become infected with Giardia ? If you have … information It is important to note that Giardia is moderately resistant to chlorine so treating water with chlorine …

Head lice

… person. How are head lice spread? Anyone who has hair can get head lice. Having head lice does not mean a person has … Head lice will not go away without treatment. Children should not be sent home or kept home from school or daycare … household members do as well. All members of the household should be checked on the same day, and those with lice …

Swimmers itch

… of the water, looking for bird and mammal hosts. How can I get swimmer’s itch? If schistosome larvae are present in a … very irritating, especially for young children, but there should not be any serious danger. However, if a skin infection occurs from too much scratching, you should see your health care provider. For More Information …

Ultraviolet radiation

… If you can see through your clothing, UV radiation can get through. Sun-protective suits specially made for … 98 per cent and SPF 100 blocks 99 per cent. Sunscreen should also be “broad spectrum,” which means it screens both … 30 lip balm and reapply it every hour. How much sunscreen should I apply? To get the best protection, you need to …

The pregnant traveller

… baby. If you are pregnant and want to travel, you should speak with your health care provider to discuss your … plans, recreational activities, medical needs, and what you should pack in your travel health kit Contact your local … that lasts a long time Fever Severe headache, visual problems, or pink eye Skin rash Joint and muscle pain For …