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Bed bugs

… where they can easily hide and feed regularly, such as sleeping areas. They can commonly be found in homes, hotels, … people do not react at all to the bites, however others may have a small skin reaction. In rare cases, people can have … mental health impacts, such as anxiety and insomnia. If you are concerned about your physical or mental health …

Safety tips for swimmers

… comply with the BC Pool Regulation. How can I stay safe when swimming? Look for and read the signs Follow the posted … safety information. Signs and rules are there to protect you and to keep pools clean and germ-free. Walk, do not run … Alcohol slows down your reaction time and could put you to sleep, which is dangerous and can lead to more or worse …

The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… burning or heating tobacco or vaping liquid. It’s produced when using combustible tobacco products and electronic … There are ways to reduce the risks, such as by making your home smoke-free. How harmful is second-hand tobacco … For more information, please visit HealthLinkBC File #46 Sleep related infant death Children exposed to second-hand …

Scabies

… the skin to live, feed and lay eggs. Scabies symptoms occur when the skin reacts to the mites, their eggs or their … partners and people in facilities such as care homes. You can spread mites to other people before and after you … or bedding. Anyone can get scabies and it does not mean you have poor personal hygiene. What are the symptoms? Symptoms …

Caffeinated energy drinks

… (energy drinks) are advertised as being able to boost your energy and make you feel more alert. Common brands … foods regulations. The amounts are within safe levels when used according to the directions on the label. Caffeine … exceeds this safe amount. Too much caffeine can: Disrupt sleep and impact mental and physical health Cause increased …

Babys first foods

… who drink only formula do not need a vitamin D supplement. When do I offer solid foods to my baby? Start offering solid foods to your baby at around 6 months. All babies need more nutrients … food when your baby is calm, interested and alert. Try and have your baby’s meals at the same time as family meals so …

Emergency contraception EC

… (STIs). EC does not cause an abortion or miscarriage if you are already pregnant. It only prevents a pregnancy from … B, and generics such as Contingency One). It is effective when taken within 72 hours (3 days) after having unprotected … percent effective. It may be less effective for people who have a greater body mass index (see How can I tell if the …

Hand foot and mouth disease

… all these symptoms. It’s also possible to be infected and have no symptoms. What are the complications? Dehydration … of hand, foot and mouth disease. This can occur if you or your child does not drink enough liquids due to pain … The virus can also spread through droplets in the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. You can be …

Mumps

… disease before immunization. It is now more common in young adults. Mumps can cause encephalitis, an inflammation … people who get mumps. Adults and teens with mumps can have painful swelling of the testicles (about 1 in 4 cases) … from the mouth, nose, or throat of an infected person. When an infected person coughs or sneezes, the virus spreads …

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… as a “flu-like” illness. In the early stage of the disease, you may have the following symptoms: fever sore muscles headaches … not known to spread the virus. Hantavirus is mainly spread when deer mouse droppings, urine, saliva, or nesting …