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… environment to grow botulism bacteria. What steps can I take to avoid botulism? To avoid botulism, use extreme care … such as vegetables, meats and seafood. Your pressure canner should come with complete instructions. Always follow them … the manufacturer’s directions carefully for recommended testing and frequency procedures, to make sure your canner is …
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… Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the rotavirus vaccine? The rotavirus vaccine is … at least 10 days after immunization. Parents and caregivers should wash their hands thoroughly after changing diapers. … intense crying. If your baby shows these signs, you should take your baby to the nearest emergency department. It is …
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… File #62a Pneumococcal conjugate (PCV 13) vaccine . Who should get the vaccine? The vaccine is free for people at … free for anyone 2 years of age and older with the following conditions: No spleen, or a spleen that is not working … of vaccine is recommended for people with certain medical conditions. Speak with your health care provider to find out …
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… including floors, bedding and soft furnishings. People with allergies should leave the room during vacuuming and for at least an … a vacuum cleaner with a High-Efficiency Particulate Arresting (HEPA) filter. A HEPA filter traps very small …
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… reduce the spread of chickenpox, children with the illness should not attend daycare or school until 5 days after the … rash first appears or the blisters have crusted. It usually takes 2 to 3 weeks for a person to get sick after exposure … or have not had chickenpox or shingles in the past should see a health care provider immediately if they are …
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… with your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the PCV 13 vaccine? Babies receive the vaccine as … 6 months of age if they have any of the following medical conditions: No spleen, or a spleen that is not working … chronic cerebrospinal fluid leak A child with any of these conditions should receive a dose of the pneumococcal …
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… day? Recommended amounts of calcium include the total intake from food and any supplements. Age Aim for 0-6 months … vitamin D helps your body better absorb calcium from foods. Should I take a supplement? Use the food sources table below to find …
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… HIV through casual contact, such as sharing food or drinks, insect bites, hugging or kissing. What are the symptoms of … within 6 weeks. In very rare circumstances, it can take up to 3 months to develop antibodies to HIV following … https://fipa.bc.ca/get-help/your-health-information . Should my partner(s) be tested for HIV? If you have an HIV …
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… dirty. Items that have come into contact with flood water should be handled carefully. Flood waters passing over land … more information, see HealthLinkBC File #05b Well Water Testing . If the water in the well looks clear, you may be … or regional district. What precautions should be taken for food safety? When food and food-contact surfaces …
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… File #23b Meningococcal quadrivalent vaccines . Who should get the vaccine? In B.C., the Men-B vaccine is … at risk of meningococcal B infection due to certain medical conditions, including: No spleen or a spleen that is not … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to …
