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Grade 6 immunizations in BC

… other health measure. Vaccines are the best way to protect your child against many diseases and their complications. When you get your child immunized, you help protect others as well. The … and 55 will die from the disease 6,000 people will develop high risk changes to the cervix which are precancerous 135 …

Insect repellents and DEET

… used to keep biting insects, such as mosquitoes, away from your skin and clothing. Some repellents are also helpful … repellents have different amounts of DEET. Products with higher concentrations of DEET are not more effective, but … 6 months to 2 years of age live or travel in an area at high risk of complications from mosquito-borne illnesses, 1 …

Elementary school age children and their vision

… have a family history. If you know of vision problems in your family, your child's eyes should be examined by an eye doctor … and cause irritated, red, or dry eyes Provide an area for homework that has even lighting and does not have glare or …

Shingles vaccine

… plans may cover the cost of the vaccine. Check with your provider. What are the benefits of the shingles … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency … number. Always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should not get the shingles …

Influenza flu immunization Myths and facts

… serious illness in seniors 65 years and older and in other high risk groups. Myth: I have never had influenza, so I do … of influenza vaccine or any part of the vaccine, talk to your health care provider. You may need to be tested for … People in the second half of pregnancy are at much higher risk of hospitalization due to influenza, especially …

Travelling with children

… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Children are at higher risk of getting sick from travel to tropical and developing countries. Speak with your health care provider or travel clinic staff for advice … by mosquito bites and tiny parasites that get into the bloodstream. The best way to prevent malaria is to avoid …

Human papillomavirus HPV vaccines

… sexual orientation Males who are street-involved Contact your health care provider to get immunized. Unless mentioned … to get infected. The more sexual partners you have the higher the risk of being infected with HPV. Males who have sex with males are also at higher risk of HPV infection. What happens when you’re …

Preventing sexually transmitted infections STIs

… benefits: It reduces the chances of passing the STI on to your partner(s) You are less likely to develop complications … failure from advanced HIV disease If you have an STI, your chance of getting or passing on HIV to someone else … the more likely you are to be exposed to an STI. Talk to your health care provider about getting tested for STIs, or …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… a variety of foods, including food you might have stored in your cupboards or pantry. If you eat food that has been … fruit on the counter), or burrows in the soil outside. When your house is quiet, it is also possible to hear rodents … Once you capture a rodent, make sure not to touch it with your bare hands. Wear gloves when handling a dead rodent and …

Sputum testing for Tuberculosis TB

… (or phlegm) is mucus that you cough up from deep inside your lungs. It is usually thick, cloudy and sticky. Sputum is not saliva (spit) as saliva comes from your mouth and is thin, clear and watery. Do not collect … this test. Why should I do a sputum test for TB? Testing your sputum for TB bacteria is the best way to find out if …