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How to take a temperature Children and adults

… In the rectum/bum (rectal method) What type of thermometer should I use? A digital thermometer is best for taking … Fever strips and pacifier thermometers do not give an accurate temperature. Do not use a mercury thermometer. Mercury … contact. NCITs are considered more susceptible to inaccurate measurements than other thermometers (for example, oral …

Cyanobacteria blooms blue-green algae

… You can be exposed to cyanobacteria by drinking water or by getting it on your skin during recreational activities … contaminated with cyanobacteria. The toxins can concentrate on plant surfaces. What are the symptoms of exposure to … HealthLinkBC File #49b Disinfecting Drinking Water . Who should I contact to report cyanobacteria? If you are …

Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… to eat? A vegan eating pattern: Includes whole grains, vegetables, fruit, beans, peas, lentils, nuts and seeds … prepared to a safe texture. Offer new textures as your baby gets older Have different tastes and colours Are made with … water can be offered from an open cup after 6 months but should not replace human milk or formula Continue to offer …

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease CJD

… brain. Early symptoms may include: Confusion Depression Forgetfulness Difficulty sleeping Behavior changes Impaired … 2 to 12 months. More advanced symptoms include: Balance problems Difficulty with speech and movement Increased risk … up to 30 years before symptoms begin. How does a person get CJD? Most cases of CJD, about 93 percent, occur without …

Gonorrhea

… not treated. Gonorrhea treatment does not protect you from getting it again. If you are treated and your sexual … reactive arthritis which includes skin, eye and joint problems. It is also associated with a higher chance of … treatment. If you are pregnant and/or breastfeeding, you should have a follow-up test 3 to 4 weeks after completing …

Burns and scalds in young children

… thinner skin than adults (the top layer of a child’s skin gets thicker as they develop), so burns and scalds can occur … is usually required to restore normal function Increased rates of mental health disorders such as anxiety and … The hot water temperature at the taps in the bathroom should be set to 49°C to reduce the potential severity of a …

Facts about chickenpox

… infection. Chickenpox can cause birth defects if the mother gets chickenpox while she is pregnant, and these can be … reduce the spread of chickenpox, children with the illness should not attend daycare or school until 5 days after the … or have not had chickenpox or shingles in the past should see a health care provider immediately if they are …

Health Risks in the Wilderness

… Vietnamese If you travel or hike in the wilderness, you should be aware of certain health risks. Prepare for the … well-marked trails when hiking and stay on them to avoid getting lost. How can I prepare for the wilderness? Whether … Filtering the water through a mechanical device that is rated to filter to 1 micron or smaller particle size …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… spread? PID is most often caused by STIs. Factors that make getting PID more likely include having: Unprotected sex with … the hospital for intravenous (IV) antibiotic treatment. You should return to your health care provider 3 to 7 days after … pass back to you or your partner(s), and may cause health problems later on. If that happens, talk with your health …

Toxic shock syndrome

… injury, contact your health care provider immediately. What should I do if I think I have TSS? Toxic shock syndrome … menstrual cup, diaphragm or contraceptive sponge, it should be removed as soon as possible. Who is at risk of …