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Facts about chickenpox

… Vietnamese What is chickenpox? Chickenpox is an infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus. Chickenpox is usually a … chickenpox will die from the infection. Chickenpox can cause birth defects if the mother gets chickenpox while she is … the itching. Prevent the spread of infection by using a household cleaner to wash any clothing or other items soiled …

Sputum testing for Tuberculosis TB

… What is Tuberculosis (TB)? TB is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when … instructions Do not eat, drink, smoke, brush your teeth or use mouthwash before collecting your sputum Make sure your …

The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… hundreds of which are toxic and at least 70 that can cause cancer. There is no risk-free level of exposure to … your health? Regular exposure to second-hand smoke can cause harm. The risk and severity of the harm depends on the … to. For some people, even low levels of exposure can cause physical reactions. These reactions include increased …

Iron and Your Health

… Why is iron important? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin (pronounced “hee-muh-glow-bin”). … such as long-distance runners may need more iron because of the intensity of their activity. If you think you …

Influenza flu immunization Myths and facts

… illness and even save lives. The influenza virus can cause serious illness and even death. The influenza vaccines … influenza vaccine is made of killed influenza viruses or parts of the viruses and is given by injection. The live attenuated …

Allergy safe adult care facilities

… be expected to be completely free of the foods that cause allergic reactions, facilities should make efforts to … reduce the risk of accidental exposures to foods that cause allergic reactions among the residents in care Having a … to be taken seriously. It involves avoiding the food that causes allergic reactions and responding appropriately to an …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… common in older people. These difficulties can start because of normal aging, medications, dental problems or medical treatments like surgery. They can also start because of health conditions like dementia, Multiple Sclerosis … of the airway can be life-threatening. Aspiration can cause people to wheeze, have trouble breathing, or have a …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… say, “I am changing your diaper and you feel upset because you want to be cozy in your pajamas.” Point out and name … Speaking and reading in different languages will not confuse your baby. Babies also enjoy music and like when you … can fit through a toilet paper roll is too small and can cause choking. Make sure a toy cannot be made smaller. Take …