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Harm reduction for families caregivers and friends of people who use substances

… Examples are: Access to safer substance use supplies Take home naloxone Drug checking services Referrals to health and … support and build trust for loved ones who use substances. How can families, caregivers and friends reduce harm with … reduction: Substance use HealthLinkBC File #118 Naloxone: Treating opioid overdose Image … Harm reduction for families …

Health Risks in the Wilderness

… trails when hiking and stay on them to avoid getting lost. How can I prepare for the wilderness? Whether your activity … travel route Know the terrain and conditions Check the weather Fill out a trip plan. Tell others where you are going … and safety can also be affected by people practicing unhealthy backcountry hygiene. If proper toilets are not …

West Nile virus

… weakness. In very rare cases, WNV infection can result in death. If you develop a severe headache or neck stiffness for … and transmit the virus. Some of these are present in B.C. However, the number of mosquitos infected with WNV in B.C. … well-screened or enclosed areas. Consider staying indoors when mosquitoes are most active, which is from dusk to dawn …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… including insulation, siding, wallboard and wires. They eat a variety of foods, including food you might have stored … or fruit on the counter), or burrows in the soil outside. When your house is quiet, it is also possible to hear … in attics, under foundations, or even chewing material. How can I get rid of rodents? Rats and mice have babies …

Hepatitis B infant vaccine

… 2nd dose 4 months 3rd dose 6 months Some babies are at greater risk of being infected with hepatitis B virus and need … liver damage, which can lead to liver cancer and death. When you get your child immunized, you help protect others … getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care …

Pubic lice

… lower abdomen, eyebrows, eyelashes, and facial hair. How are they spread? Pubic lice cannot jump or fly. Pubic … may last for some time, even after all lice have been treated or killed. You will also likely see tiny tan-coloured … infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, male and female condoms help prevent …

Hepatitis B virus infection

… of the skin and eyes). Many people who get hepatitis B show no symptoms and may not know they have the disease. How … is called an acute HBV infection. Less than 5 percent of healthy adults will develop chronic HBV infection. Most … There is no cure for chronic HBV infection, but there is treatment that can reduce the risk of serious complications …

Bed bugs

… such as sleeping areas. They can commonly be found in homes, hotels, student residences and shelters. Bed bugs can … to humans. Some people do not react at all to the bites, however others may have a small skin reaction. In rare … bugs? There are physical control and chemical options for treating bed bug infestations. Effective control requires a …

Chickenpox varicella vaccine

… way to protect against chickenpox and its complications. When you get your child immunized, you help protect others … rare possibility, less than 1 in a million, of a life-threatening allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. This may … getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care …

Measles mumps rubella MMR vaccine

… born before 1970 will have had measles and mumps disease when they were younger (before vaccination was widely … There is an extremely rare possibility of a life-threatening allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. This happens … getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns, speak with your health care …