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… Protecting your baby against hepatitis B at birth Last updated February … hepatitis B? Hepatitis B is a virus that attacks the liver. When babies get infected with hepatitis B, the virus is very … vaccine . Babies immunized at birth need to have a blood test 4 weeks after their last dose of hepatitis …
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… to consider the needs of seniors in long-term care when planning for, or responding to emergencies. How are … care facility? B.C. health authorities are required to have emergency preparedness plans for all health care and … emergency preparedness and planning at the facility where your family member lives, you may ask: What is the …
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… be to correct issues of ocular development. Should my child have a vision test? All children should have a comprehensive … same way. Vision problems often have a family history. If you know of vision problems in your family, your child's … Children should take regular breaks to rest their eyes when reading Teach children not to walk or run while …
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… used to keep biting insects, such as mosquitoes, away from your skin and clothing. Some repellents are also helpful … on and biting your skin. Insect repellent should be used when you are outdoors to protect against insect bites. … and widely used insect repellents. Different repellents have different amounts of DEET. Products with higher …
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… as part of the electromagnetic (light) spectrum. UV rays have wavelengths shorter than visible rays, so we cannot see … beds and welding equipment. How damaging is UV radiation? When exposed to UV radiation, your body produces and releases more melanin (a skin …
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… the energy emitted by humans. NCITs offer a way to take your temperature without touching, unlike traditional … the best practices and the manufacturer's instructions when using NCITs. Remember that many factors affect NCIT … taking method for children. Speak to a pharmacist if you have any questions when buying a thermometer. A pharmacist …
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… should only last a few minutes, and does not do any harm. Your child’s temperature should return to normal within 3 to … in the neck. However, not all children have these symptoms. When should my child see a health care provider? You cannot … sicker, has a high fever, a stiff neck, or is extremely sleepy, listless or irritable, take your child to the …
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… symptoms? Within 1 to 2 days of being exposed to norovirus you may have the following symptoms: an upset stomach, vomiting, … is found in the vomit and diarrhea of people who are sick. When someone vomits, people nearby may become infected by …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Wash your hands often to keep yourself and others healthy. Hand … surfaces for up to 2 days and on hands for up to 5 minutes. When you wash your hands, you help clean them and remove the … spread of germs to others when washing: Each child should have their own labeled clean cloth to wipe their hands and …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese When are onsite sewage systems used? Any home or building … by a municipal (centralized) treatment plant need to have an onsite sewage system. This needs to be properly … the location of all parts of the sewage system. This way you and your maintenance provider can find information based …
