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West Nile virus

… infected with WNV will not get sick. A few people will have a mild to moderate illness that starts 3 to 14 days … In very rare cases, WNV infection can result in death. If you develop a severe headache or neck stiffness for which … well-screened or enclosed areas. Consider staying indoors when mosquitoes are most active, which is from dusk to dawn …

Financial abuse of older adults

… as a friend or care provider. Financial abuse can happen when a family member or friend takes over financial … partner or close friend dies. They are grieving, and they have many decisions to make. What are the health effects of … help prevent abuse and neglect, consider these tips: Set up your finances so that the bank automatically pays your …

Lunches to go

… Spanish Document Vietnamese Lunch is an important part of your child’s day. Eating a variety of nutritious foods while … may come back uneaten from school. If this happens often, have a conversation to learn why. Involve your child Include … the amount of food that comes home uneaten Plan ahead When you can, offer your child choices about the foods they …

Indoor air quality Volatile organic compounds VOCs

… system. Some VOCs are suspected of causing cancer and some have been shown to cause cancer in humans. Most people are … as containing low VOCs Do not allow smoking in or near your home. Second-hand smoke contains many pollutants, … carpets, furniture or drapes Follow manufacturers’ labels when using household chemicals. If the label says “use in a …

Meningococcal C conjugate Men-C vaccine

… Tigrina Document Ukrainian Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all … get a dose of vaccine on or after their 10th birthday Who have been in close contact with someone with meningococcal … child against this serious and sometimes fatal disease. When you get your child immunized, you help protect others …

Meningococcal b Men-b vaccine

… on high risk travel areas, contact a travel clinic. If you want to be protected against meningococcal B disease, … or 4 doses. The number of doses depends on how old you are when the immunization series begins. Speak with your health … swelling where the vaccine was given. Fever, crankiness, sleepiness, muscle aches and headache may also occur. These …

Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time

… 1 or 2 hormones similar to estrogen and progestin, which your body produces. It can have many clinical uses including: Preventing pregnancy (all … hormonal contraception prevent pregnancy? Pregnancy occurs when an egg is fertilized by sperm. The fertilized egg …

Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… sure my child has enough iron? Introduce iron-rich foods to your baby at around 6 months. This is when your baby’s iron supply starts to decrease. It’s also … tofu, and nut and seed butters. Cereal-based products may have iron added to them, such as fortified infant cereal, …

Indoor air quality Mould and other biological contaminants

… can also cause infections, but it rarely does. Some studies have found increases in common symptoms such as coughing, … earth, cover it with plastic If there is high humidity in your home that cannot otherwise be controlled, use a … safety glasses or goggles and a KN-95 mask or better when you are cleaning. If the area is larger, it may require …

Iron and Your Health

… Iron and Your Health Last updated November 1, 2020 HealthLink BC File … parts of your body. Without enough iron, your body will not have enough hemoglobin, and you may develop iron deficiency … may need iron supplements. Only take iron supplements when recommended by your health care provider. Too much iron …