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Seniors falls can be prevented

… the effects of a stroke, Parkinson’s disease, arthritis, heart disease, incontinence or acute infection Changes in … is that they will have a severe fall leading to injuries. You can use the Staying Independent Checklist (PDF, 1,502 … hazards and report them to your local government If you need an assistive mobility device, consult a …

Burns and scalds in young children

… Burns and scalds in young children Last updated February 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … strategies: Provide constant, close supervision, especially when the child is bathing or in the kitchen; older children … your child’s bath water with your elbow prior to placing them in the water; it should not feel hot Use a travel mug …

Living well with hepatitis B virus infection

… visit HealthLinkBC File #25a Hepatitis B vaccine . If you have been diagnosed with acute or chronic HBV infection, … the type of exposure and their immunization history, blood tests, hepatitis B vaccine and HBIg may be recommended. … 24-hour support If you use substances, visit Toward the Heart https://towardtheheart.com for information about drug …

Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis

… chronic hepatitis may develop cirrhosis. Cirrhosis damages your liver so it doesn’t work well. If you have cirrhosis or other complications, your nutrition needs may be different. Speak to your health care provider … sodium canned bean or lentil soup with whole grain crackers When you have the energy to cook, make more than you need. …

Hand foot and mouth disease

… of hand, foot and mouth disease. This can occur if you or your child does not drink enough liquids due to pain … The virus can also spread through droplets in the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. You can be … will heal better if they are left alone, so do not pop them. Because the mouth sores can be painful, your child may …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… not sexually transmitted can also cause PID. To find out if you have PID, you must be examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? PID is most often caused by … have any symptoms, and do not know they have it. However, when present, the most common symptoms are: Pain in the …

Chlamydia

… The infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and urethra … you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? Chlamydia is passed from one … mucous-like fluid from the penis Pain or a burning feeling when urinating Itching or irritation in the urethra – the …

Trichomoniasis

… tube that carries urine from the bladder). To find out if you have trichomoniasis, you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. Currently, lab tests can only find … and/or soreness of the genitals Pain or a burning feeling when urinating or during sex For men symptoms can include: …

Gonorrhea

… women, the infection may occur in the rectum (the part of your intestine that ends at the anus), throat and the … you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? Gonorrhea is passed from one … Abnormal discharge from the penis Pain or a burning feeling when urinating Itching or irritation in the urethra – the …

Norovirus

… symptoms? Within 1 to 2 days of being exposed to norovirus you may have the following symptoms: an upset stomach, … illness is very rare and hospital care is usually not needed. How does the virus spread? Norovirus is found in the vomit and diarrhea of people who are sick. When someone vomits, people nearby may become infected by …