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Salmonellosis

… can infect other people through poor sanitation or hygiene. You can become ill if you eat or drink contaminated food or … bacteria. Cooked, ready-to-eat food can be contaminated when using the same cutting board, plate or utensil to … for visiting petting zoos Do not prepare food if you have Salmonella or another infection that causes diarrhea …

Tick bites and disease

… and wooded areas. They are easiest to spot on a person when they are feeding. Ticks burrow part way into the skin, … ick. What should I do if I find a tick on my skin? If you find a tick on your skin, you need to remove it as soon … sure to check for ticks on your children and pets if they have been out in an area where ticks can live. When to see a …

Vitamin D and your health

… Vitamin D and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … food and supplements. Your body can also make vitamin D when you are outside and the sun is on your bare skin. Many … need more vitamin D? If you take certain medications or have specific medical conditions, your health care provider …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… is much less common, except for financial abuse or fraud. When might the abuse begin? Women are more likely than men to experience abuse in their younger years, which may continue into later life. The … ways. Older women are more likely than older men to have experienced a history of emotional, physical or sexual …

Head lice

… Head lice are commonly spread among children and adults who have close head-to-head contact. Head lice cannot jump or … to share hats, combs, hair accessories or hairbrushes. If your child has long hair, tie it up or put it in a braid. … add one more combing in 4 days until you find no live lice. When should I call my health care provider? Call your health …

Listeriosis

… in foods that are wet, salty or sugary and can grow even when the food is refrigerated. Foods contaminated with … miscarriage or stillbirths in pregnant women. People who have symptoms of listeriosis should speak to their health … if they are at increased risk of serious illness. If you are at risk, how can you protect yourself? If you are …

Hepatitis A vaccine

… A vaccine is provided free to Indigenous children and youth 6 months to 18 years of age. The vaccine is also … risk of infection or severe illness, including those who: Have hemophilia or receive repeated infusions of blood or … is the best way to protect against hepatitis A infection. When you get immunized, you help protect others as well. …

Typhoid vaccine

… to or working in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least … to find out the cost. Bring a record of all vaccines you have received in the past to the travel clinic. It is … treatment A stomach illness with nausea and vomiting Chronic inflammatory bowel disease; or If you are pregnant …

HTLV-1 Virus

… are infected worldwide. It is rare in Canada, but cases have been found in British Columbia and Nunavut. How can I … loss of bladder control or constipation. To confirm that you have HTLV-1, your health care provider may send you for a blood test. How …

Influenza flu immunization Myths and facts

… Myth: Influenza is not a serious illness. Fact: In years when influenza is widespread in B.C., hundreds of people may … 65 years and older and in other high risk groups. Myth: I have never had influenza, so I do not need to get an … influenza vaccine given by injection cannot give you influenza. The vaccine contains killed influenza viruses …