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Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… allergic reaction to a food? An allergic reaction occurs when a person’s immune system treats a protein (an allergen) in a food as harmful. Some … If your child has asthma, make sure it is well controlled. How is a severe allergic reaction treated? When a severe …

Norovirus

… 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 … by sewage water before they are harvested. Is there a treatment? Medications are not usually used to treat …

Naloxone Treating opioid overdose

… Naloxone: Treating opioid overdose Last updated November 1, 2020 … Opioids are prescribed for pain relief and are safe when correctly used and in ways that are well understood and … program teaches individuals who may witness an overdose how to respond and provide potentially life-saving care …

Sputum testing for Tuberculosis TB

… caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when a person with untreated TB disease of the lungs coughs, sneezes, sings or … the instructions your health care provider gives you. How do I collect my sputum? To collect sputum, follow these …

Fifth disease parvovirus infection

… then come back or get worse when the person is exposed to heat, such as in a warm bath or direct sunlight. The rash may … longer. It usually goes away without any long-term problems How is fifth disease spread? A person with fifth disease can … who has fifth disease. What is the treatment? For generally healthy people, home treatment is usually the only care …

Insect repellents and DEET

… on and biting your skin. Insect repellent should be used when you are outdoors to protect against insect bites. … to pregnant or breastfeeding mothers, or their children. However, pregnant or breastfeeding women may wish to … 2 hours Protection times may be less than this if you are sweating, getting wet, or if the repellant is rubbed off your …

Listeriosis

… the feces of animals. Listeriosis is most often caused by eating contaminated foods. A variety of foods can contain or … in foods that are wet, salty or sugary and can grow even when the food is refrigerated. Foods contaminated with … at increased risk of serious illness. If you are at risk, how can you protect yourself? If you are pregnant, an older …

Safety tips for swimmers

… Document Vietnamese Swimming injuries, drownings and deaths are preventable by following simple safety rules. … with public access must comply with the BC Pool Regulation. How can I stay safe when swimming? Look for and read the signs Follow the posted …

E coli infection

… E. coli is present in the intestines and feces of many healthy animals including cattle, goats, sheep, deer and … process, E. coli sometimes gets onto the surface of the meat. Whole cuts of meat such as steaks or roasts usually … also be transmitted from a sick person to another person. How do I avoid getting sick? To reduce the risk of E. coli …

Q fever

… of Q fever? About half the people who get Q fever will not show any signs of the illness. Most of the time, Q fever is … after infection include: Rapid onset of fever Chills and sweating Headache Muscle pain Malaise (a general sick feeling) … make you sick. Bacteria can contaminate dust and infect you when inhaled. This is more likely when an infected animal …