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Cyanobacteria blooms blue-green algae

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are cyanobacteria blooms? Cyanobacteria blooms are sometimes called blue-green algae. In fact, … of colours, including bright blue, red, brown and green. You can find cyanobactoria in all kinds of bodies of water …

Insect repellents and DEET

… a spray or liquid used to keep biting insects, such as mosquitoes, away from your skin and clothing. Some repellents are also helpful against ticks. Repellents work by …

Mercury spills in residential settings

… those found in some automobile headlights. These objects are safe as long as the mercury stays contained. They only … health risks if they break and the mercury spills. What are the health effects of exposure to elemental mercury? If … The level of toxicity depends on how much mercury vapour you inhale, and for how long. When you inhale large amounts …

Roseola

… children get roseola and recover without feeling sick. What are the symptoms? A child with roseola has a fever and their … should only last a few minutes, and does not do any harm. Your child’s temperature should return to normal within 3 to … have these symptoms. When should my child see a health care provider? You cannot be sure your child has roseola …

Tetanus and diphtheria Td vaccine

… is approved by Health Canada and is provided free. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. In early childhood, … such as pertussis (whooping cough) and polio. These are given as a series of doses. Most children receive these …

Meningococcal quadrivalent vaccines

… in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What are meningococcal quadrivalent vaccines? Meningococcal … meningococcal bacteria: types A, C, Y and W. The vaccines are either polysaccharide or conjugate vaccines. The … people may need additional doses of the vaccine. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need more doses …

Pinkeye conjunctivitis

… HealthLinkBC File is about pinkeye from an infection. What are the symptoms? Pinkeye usually makes the whites of the … discharge can make the eyelids sticky, especially when you sleep. A cloth dipped in warm water and applied gently to the affected area will help remove any crusty discharge. Is pinkeye …

Spongy moth spraying

… be unintentionally transported over long distances if items are moved. Where is the spongy moth found? You can find the spongy moth in many parts of southern B.C. … from becoming established. While spongy moth populations are detected yearly in B.C., the insect has not become …

Inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… and diarrhea). Several different influenza vaccines are available in B.C., including a live attenuated influenza … vaccines are usually available beginning in October. For your best protection, get immunized as soon as possible. You … risk of serious illness from influenza due to health inequities resulting from colonialism. People able to spread …

Genital herpes

… causing problems. As a result, many people may not be aware that they have the virus. How is it spread? Herpes is … A non-primary first outbreak is when someone who already has one type of herpes, gets the second type. It is … fingers, joints, throat, colon, liver, lungs or brain. If you are pregnant, and you or your partner have a history of …