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Community evacuation information for seniors

… an emergency? If the police or RCMP orders you to evacuate your home or community, leave the area immediately. You are … people to assist you during an emergency. Give them keys to your home and add their contact information to a shared … identification A medical history or summary of your health including any chronic conditions and recent surgeries List …

Well water testing

… know what type of well you are connected to please contact your local health authority. If you own a well that supplies … ). You should contact your local health authority for further information ( … Fecal organisms cause stomach and intestinal illnesses, including diarrhea and nausea, and may even lead to death. …

Travellers diarrhea

… Check that bottled beverages are sealed Wash and peel your own fruits and vegetables with bottled or treated water … unless it has been treated Drink tap water or add ice to your beverages Eat leftovers or food at buffets that has … important treatment for diarrhea is to replace the fluids your body loses. For healthy adults, these fluids can be …

Wildfire Its effects on drinking water quality

… drinking water. Wildfire smoke can have a harmful effect on your body. Drinking lots of water helps reduce inflammation … of wildfire smoke. For more information on wildfire and your health, read HealthLinkBC: Wildfires and your health . How can wildfires affect drinking water …

Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease vCJD

Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Wash your hands often to keep yourself and others healthy. Hand washing is the most … hands before you: Prepare or eat food Feed a baby or child, including breastfeeding Give a child medicine Change a …

Water fluoridation facts

… occurring element, high concentrations may be bad for your health. Fluoride is recommended to prevent tooth decay … For more information on water fluoridation, please contact your dentist or dental hygienist, the dental program at your local public health unit, or the British Columbia …

Roseola

… should only last a few minutes, and does not do any harm. Your child’s temperature should return to normal within 3 to 5 days. About 24 hours after your child’s fever has gone away, the roseola rash develops. You will see small pink or red dots on your child’s neck, chest, and body. The rash may last for up …

Harm reduction for families caregivers and friends of people who use substances

… or substance use disorder, it is important to take care of yourself: Participate in an in-person or online support group Take time and space for your own health and wellbeing through sports, art, dance, … ceremony, clubs and hobbies Connect with other people in your loved one’s life who can provide support For more …

Asbestos When should I worry

… Most of the time asbestos poses very little risk to your health. It is only a risk if you breathe in asbestos … large amounts of asbestos fibres, they can become lodged in your lungs and remain there. This can cause scarring and … to high levels of asbestos in the air can be harmful to your health. It could increase your risk of getting a …