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Scabies

… be spread by sharing clothes, towels or bedding. Anyone can get scabies and it does not mean you have poor personal … adults do not normally get scabies above the neck, you should not have to apply the cream to your face and scalp. … have symptoms yet. For this reason, all household members should receive treatment at the same time. Children may …

Roseola

… 2 years of age. The disease is usually mild. Many children get roseola and recover without feeling sick. What are the … a fever seizure. Although a seizure can be very scary, it should only last a few minutes, and does not do any harm. … Roseola is spread through saliva and tiny droplets of fluid from the nose and throat of infected people when they …

Giardia infection

… infects the intestines of humans and animals. When a person gets sick, the infection is called giardiasis or is … treatment with anti-parasitic medication is necessary. What should I do if I become infected with Giardia ? If you have diarrhea from a Giardia infection, you should not go to work or school. Do not swim in lakes, …

Heat-related illness in infants and young children

… heat over 31C for long periods can be dangerous. If it gets very hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if … much faster than an older child or adult. What signs should I look for? Your infant or young child may not be … speaking Seizures, fainting, or loss of consciousness Hot, flushed skin or very pale skin Not urinating or very little …

Head lice

… person. How are head lice spread? Anyone who has hair can get head lice. Having head lice does not mean a person has … Head lice will not go away without treatment. Children should not be sent home or kept home from school or daycare … household members do as well. All members of the household should be checked on the same day, and those with lice …

Lead in drinking water

… for total lead in drinking water, measured at the tap. You should make every effort to maintain lead levels in drinking … HealthLinkBC File #31 Lead Paint and Hazards . How can lead get into my drinking water? Lead was once commonly used in … amount of lead in its water due to your plumbing, you can flush stagnant water from pipes to reduce lead exposure. To …

A decision-making guide for patients diagnosed with cataracts

… When cataracts develop the lens becomes cloudy. Most people get cataracts with age and have them in both eyes. One eye … that there are benefits from surgery. At that time, surgery should be considered, and delaying may not be best. What … drops to help. What symptoms will I have and when should I call my doctor? Expected symptoms: Within 24 hours …

Swimmers itch

… of the water, looking for bird and mammal hosts. How can I get swimmer’s itch? If schistosome larvae are present in a … very irritating, especially for young children, but there should not be any serious danger. However, if a skin infection occurs from too much scratching, you should see your health care provider. For More Information …

Well water testing

… ). You should contact your local health authority for further … chemicals of concern in B.C. groundwater are: nitrates, fluoride and metals such as arsenic, lead, copper and … testing for a broader combination of chemicals. How do I get my well water tested? Your water should be tested by a …

Healthy eating guidelines for people taking warfarin anticoagulants Coumadin®

… K is found in various foods that we eat. Green leafy vegetables are rich in vitamin K. Some diseases and conditions … diet. You do not need to stop eating green leafy vegetables that are rich in vitamin K. Vitamin K is needed for … eat more vegetables in the spring and summer). You get the flu and are unable to eat solid foods for a few days. You …