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Pregnancy and alcohol use

… pregnant. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a lifelong disability that affects a range of health and … HealthLinkBC File #38e Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder . How much alcohol is risky? There is no known safe amount of … . How can I prepare for prenatal and health care visits? Some …

Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… 10 days, but the cough and weakness may last 1 to 2 weeks longer. Although infections from other viruses may have … tend to be worse with a greater risk of complications. How can influenza be prevented? You can reduce the risk of … and sneezing into your shirt sleeve rather than your hands How does influenza spread? Influenza spreads easily from …

Mumps

… may increase the rate of miscarriage but has not been shown to cause birth defects. Is there a mumps vaccine? There … #14e Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella (MMRV) Vaccine . How is mumps spread? Mumps is very contagious and spreads … to the virus. Check your immunization record to see how many doses of mumps vaccine you have received.If you …

Febrile seizures fever seizures

… Febrile seizures usually last from 30 seconds to 2 minutes. However, they can be as short as a few seconds or last for more than 15 minutes. How serious is a febrile seizure? A febrile seizure is not … and wake them up gradually Call 9-1-1 if the seizure lasts longer than 3 minutes or if the child is younger than 6 …

Typhoid vaccine

… the disease (it is about 50 to 55 percent effective). However, it is also very important to have good personal … same house or have sexual contact with a typhoid carrier How is the vaccine given? The typhoid vaccine is either … at home. The travel clinic will provide instructions on how to take the vaccine. It is important to follow the …

Yersiniosis

… intestinal infection caused by bacteria called Yersinia . How is yersiniosis spread? Yersinia bacteria can be carried … cramps or severe diarrhea, see your health care provider. How can I prevent yersiniosis? Always wash your hands …

A decision-making guide for patients diagnosed with cataracts

… not notice the change in their eyesight, even when they no longer meet legal driving requirements. Cataracts progress … the way you see colours Vision "doubled" by a shadow image How are cataracts removed? Cataract surgery is a "Day … be covered by MSP may help you avoid the need for glasses. However, these lenses may not be appropriate for all …

Food safety in child care facilities

… child-care facilities can help prevent foodborne illness. How can I prevent foodborne illness? Clean Wash your hands … nausea or vomiting, you should not prepare food for others. How can parents pack food safely? If you send food with your …

Travellers diarrhea and cholera vaccine

… required if you continue to travel or work in these areas. How is the vaccine given? Traveller’s diarrhea Adults and … last dose. The travel clinic will provide instructions on how to take the vaccine at home. It is important to follow … People infected may have no symptoms or only mild diarrhea. However, others can develop very severe, watery diarrhea and …

Lead in drinking water

… Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality for lead. However, under certain conditions, lead can leach into … not easily absorb lead from water, exposure to lead from showering, bathing or cleaning is not a concern. For more … paint, see HealthLinkBC File #31 Lead Paint and Hazards . How can lead get into my drinking water? Lead was once …