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Your babys immune system and vaccines

… way to protect them from serious disease. Yes No I know how the immune system works. Yes No I know how vaccines work with the immune system. Yes No If you have … as soon as possible, your baby should get their vaccines starting at 2 months of age. Most vaccines need to be given …

Scabies

… the skin reacts to the mites, their eggs or their feces. How is scabies spread? Scabies is usually spread by … For those who have had scabies before, symptoms usually start within a few days. How do I know I have scabies? The most common sign of …

Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… 1 in 4 people infected with it. Necrotizing fasciitis may start from an infection in a minor cut or bruise. It may … bacteria sometimes cause necrotizing fasciitis. However, these bacteria make toxins that destroy body tissue … HealthLinkBC File #106 Group A Streptococcal Infections . How is it spread? Group A streptococcus bacteria spread by …

Pasteurized and raw milk

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese How is pasteurized milk different from raw milk? Pasteurized … eliminated large outbreaks of milk borne disease in Canada. However, outbreaks arising from raw milk still occur and … raise the temperature to 74°C (165°F) or hotter and start the 15 second timer over again Cool the milk: Cool the …

Facts about chickenpox

… see HealthLinkBC File #44b Chickenpox (Varicella) Vaccine . How is chickenpox spread? The virus is spread through the … exposed to, or get, chickenpox. Prevention methods must be started as soon as possible to reduce the illness, and the … to relieve itching. Dress lightly and avoid hot baths and showers. Ask your pharmacist or health care provider about …

Aerial spraying for native defoliators in BCs forests

… to people who live or work outdoors in affected areas. How are these moth populations controlled in B.C.? Many … area, making the spray block appear larger than it is; however, no spraying occurs outside of the delineated … close your windows the evening before aerial spraying starts and stay indoors while your property and nearby areas …

Burns and scalds in young children

… such as irons, space heaters, and bottle warmers How can burns be prevented? Burns and scalds are … day until the burn is healed; if the damaged skin does not start to heal over the next 3 days, seek medical attention …

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 … dose may be required every 6 months. The vaccine will start offering protection about 1 week after taking the last dose. The travel clinic will provide instructions on how to take the vaccine at home. It is important to follow …

West Nile virus

… A few people will have a mild to moderate illness that starts 3 to 14 days after being infected. Symptoms may … and transmit the virus. Some of these are present in B.C. However, the number of mosquitos infected with WNV in B.C. … risk of WNV infection in people in B.C. is considered low. How can I protect myself? Any activity that prevents …

Spongy moth spraying

… skin rash and possible upper respiratory tract symptoms. How is the spongy moth population controlled in B.C.? The … area, making the area size appear larger than it is; however, no spraying occurs outside of the delineated … close your windows the evening before aerial spraying starts and stay indoors while your property and nearby areas …