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Burns and scalds in young children

… who are naturally curious and like to explore, are at high risk of burns and scalds. The most common cause of … for painful burn treatment, which can require surgery Pressure garments and splints that have to be worn for up to … risk factors: Age: Younger children (0-4 years) are at higher risk than older children (5+ years) Gender: Burns and …

Allergy safe child care facilities

… symptoms include difficulty breathing or a drop in blood pressure. Symptoms of anaphylaxis can include any of the … Give the epinephrine into the muscle of the outer-mid thigh, through clothing if necessary Call 9-1-1 or the local …

A better immunization experience for your child

… immunizations may be stressful for you, try to be calm during the appointment and when talking about immunization … use words that lessen anxiety - for example, "you may feel pressure, squeezing, or poking". Do not use words such as … musical toy to distract your child immediately before and during the vaccination. Ask older children questions about …

Indoor air quality

… the building’s foundation from surrounding soil. Over time, high levels of inhaled radon gas may lead to lung cancer. High levels of radon have been found in parts of interior … your home well ventilated, especially when cooking or during home renovations. Keep windows open (just a crack in …

Health Risks in the Wilderness

… to disinfect it. Water boils at a lower temperature at higher elevations Filtering the water through a mechanical … any wounds thoroughly with soap and water under moderate pressure for at least 15 minutes. Report direct physical … that can bite or burrow part way into your skin and draw blood out before dropping off. They can carry and spread …

Syphilis

… sore or rash is present Exchange of bodily fluids, such as blood, semen or vaginal fluid Sharing sex toys Syphilis can also spread to your baby during pregnancy or birth. This is known as congenital … provider may give you a referral for lab work to get your blood tested. It is recommended that anyone who has multiple …

Indoor air quality Volatile organic compounds VOCs

… within enclosed spaces. Concentrations of most VOCs are higher in indoor air than outdoor air. These gases at high levels can impact both indoor air quality and human … from attached garages VOCs can be released from products during use and even in storage. However, the amounts of VOCs …

Pertussis whooping cough

… immunized in childhood but is not provided for free in B.C. During an outbreak of pertussis, the vaccine may be provided … can also put you at risk. Pertussis can be spread to others during the early stages of the infection when symptoms are … spread of infection and the length of illness. People at high risk of serious illness who are in close contact with …

Listeriosis

… Listeriosis can also be transferred to a developing baby during pregnancy or to a newborn baby during delivery. Who … Listeriosis can cause serious illness such as meningitis, blood infection and even death. Symptoms of meningitis … level of consciousness and seizures. Symptoms of a blood infection include fever, nausea, vomiting and severe …

Meningococcal b Men-b vaccine

… to an area where the risk of meningococcal B disease is high For information on high risk travel areas, contact a travel clinic. If you want … that covers the brain, and septicemia, an infection of the blood. Permanent complications of infection include brain …