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Rabies

… and nervous system. It spreads between mammals through contact with saliva and nervous tissue, usually by a bite. … If you think you have been exposed to a rabies virus, contact your local public health unit or health care … be vaccinated as they may escape or they can come into contact with bats that enter houses. If your pet has …

Elementary school age children and their vision

… needing distance vision Trouble focusing or making eye contact Difficulty following objects or people Poor … rays from the sun can cause eye damage, as well as harm the skin. Sunglasses are recommended for children and adults. To … and Their Vision For more information on vision screening, contact your local public health unit. To find an …

Immunization for health care workers in BC

… at risk of getting polio in Canada are those who come in contact with people from countries where polio still exists. … pneumonia, encephalitis, and bacterial infections of the skin. About 1 in 3,000 adults will die from the infection. …

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… In rare cases, it may be spread through small breaks in the skin when handling a wild mouse, or by mouse bites. You … in areas where the virus is present, and who come in close contact with the saliva, urine, droppings or nests of deer … in and around the home remains the main risk for contact with hantavirus. Which activities put me at risk? …

Hepatitis C virus

… spread? HCV is spread primarily through blood-to-blood contact. The main ways of passing HCV are: Sharing drug … before 1992 Condomless or rough sex, especially if there is contact with blood, such as in the presence of menstrual … Dark urine Pale stools Nausea and vomiting Jaundice (yellow skin or eyes) About 75% of people living with HCV will …

Mumps

… is very contagious and spreads easily. Mumps is spread by contact with saliva or mucus from the mouth, nose, or throat … or 2 doses of mumps vaccine are recommended for protection. Contact your health care provider to find out if you need to … Be sure to place a light towel on the jaw to protect the skin Avoid sour foods and liquids because the inflamed …

Lead in drinking water

… conditions, lead can leach into drinking water through contact with building plumbing after delivery to a property. … in B.C. is a significant source of lead intake. As the skin does not easily absorb lead from water, exposure to … in your building or lead service lines to the water supply. Contact your local government to find out if any programs …

Wildfire Its effects on drinking water quality

… Drinking Water Quality. People and pets should avoid direct contact with fire retardants and foams. If inhaled or … immediate first aid is likely not required. But, you should contact a physician or B.C. Drug and Poison Control Center … 1-800-567-8911. If you get fire retardants or foams on your skin or clothing, wash the area with soap and water, and …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… each day to cuddle and play with your baby. Hold your baby skin-to-skin regularly in the first months of their life. Look your …

Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time

… Implant (Nexplanon®) – a small rod inserted under the skin of the arm Hormonal contraception uses 1 or 2 hormones …