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… the intestinal tract. Very rarely, it can also infect the blood stream. When a person gets sick from this infection it … treatment. Symptoms may include: Mild to severe diarrhea Bloody diarrhea Nausea Stomach pain Fever Vomiting Symptoms … suck their thumbs or put their hands in their mouths What should I do if I become infected with Campylobacter ? If you …
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… Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the Men-C vaccine? The Men-C vaccine is given to … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to … that covers the brain, and septicemia, an infection of the blood. For every 100 people who get sick, up to 15 will die, …
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… level of health risk is provided on a scale of 1 to 10 or higher. The health risk is also labeled “low”, “moderate”, “high” or “very high”. The AQHI also provides advice on how to minimize …
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… combustion by-products? Carbon monoxide (CO): Reduces the blood’s ability to carry oxygen. Acute exposure may cause … If you have heart disease, it may cause chest pain High levels of carbon monoxide exposure can cause loss of … to prevent leakage Use only aged or dried wood, not pressure treated or painted wood that may form more toxic …
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… and 55 will die from the disease 6,000 people will develop high risk changes to the cervix which are precancerous 135 … ) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin ® ) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to … or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should not get the vaccine? The vaccine is not recommended …
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… reproductive organs. TB is curable. In British Columbia, medicines to prevent or cure TB are free through Provincial … in the lungs include a cough for 2 to 3 weeks or longer, bloody spit, fever, night sweats, loss of appetite, … loss, tiredness, chest pain and shortness of breath. Who should get a TB skin test? You may need a TST for various …
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… or the recommended number of doses of a mumps vaccine you should get immunized. Although getting the mumps vaccine … The doctor or triage nurse can make sure that you are taken into a closed area for an examination and attend the … your immunization record with you. A physical examination, blood test, and swab of your salivary glands inside your …
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… dirty. Items that have come into contact with flood water should be handled carefully. Flood waters passing over land … or regional district. What precautions should be taken for food safety? When food and food-contact surfaces … with soap for 20 seconds, and in foods cooked to 74°C and higher Wash your hands often if you have been cleaning up …
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… with medication is necessary. People with cryptosporidiosis should drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. What should I do if I become infected with Cryptosporidium ? … Notice has been issued for your community water system, take the advice seriously and follow the instructions …
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… wingless insects that live on the scalp, feeding on blood. They lay eggs (nits) on hair close to the scalp that … 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 …
