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… by following simple safety rules. These rules apply around all bodies of water, from the beaches to private pools and … with public access must comply with the BC Pool Regulation. How can I stay safe when swimming? Look for and read the … or jump in. Look for no diving signs. Check the area each time before you enter the water, as swimming conditions may …
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… milk) and a daily 400 IU vitamin D supplement can provide all of a baby’s nutrient needs. Some babies are fed infant … and be more likely to try and enjoy a variety of foods. How much food does my baby need? While you decide what foods … to eat. Offer food when your baby shows signs of hunger and stop when they show signs of fullness. Your baby may be …
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… virus? West Nile virus, also known as WNV, is a disease usually spread by mosquitoes. Mosquitoes can become carriers of … to pregnant or breastfeeding mothers, or their children. However, pregnant or breastfeeding women may wish to … again If you suspect a reaction to the insect repellent, stop using it and wash the treated skin. Call the poison …
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… updated February 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08b Sexually Transmitted Infections Series Download PDF Document … symptoms of unexplained or repeated infections in children. How is it spread? The sexually transmitted organisms that … redness or swelling at the tip of the penis Pain or burning feeling when urinating Itching or irritation in the urethra …
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… updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08f Sexually Transmitted Infections Series Download PDF Document … examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? The sexually transmitted organisms that … There is very little evidence to show that antibiotics stop hormonal forms of birth control from working. Examples …
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… and shed skins during large-scale infestations have caused allergic reactions in some humans and livestock. Reactions … to people who live or work outdoors in affected areas. How are these moth populations controlled in B.C.? Many … treated only once during a season, with applications timed to treat larvae when they are most vulnerable to the …
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… Campylobacter, Salmonella, Giardia and Cryptosporidium . How are waterborne infections spread? Waterborne infections … outbreak? When many people get sick from an infection it’s called an ‘outbreak’. Outbreaks can happen when the source of … of infection. For many waterborne infections, you start feeling sick 2 to 10 days after drinking infected water. You …
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… bites do not result in disease, some do. Ticks live in tall grass and wooded areas. They are easiest to spot on a … as possible. Check your entire body and clothing. Do not stop when you find one tick. There may be more. Make sure … some mouth parts behind, which can cause an infection. How to remove a tick yourself If you can remove the tick …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is my baby screened? A small spot of your baby’s blood can be used to get important … crawling, sitting, or walking. Treatment can slow or even stop some of these problems. Severe combined … visit Perinatal Services BC www.newbornscreeningbc.ca . How is my baby screened? Your baby’s heel is pricked and a …
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… or blood in stools. Symptoms can begin suddenly and usually last 3 to 4 days. The most common cause of traveller’s … washing, visit HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of germs . How do I prevent traveller's diarrhea? An oral vaccine to …
