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Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease vCJD

… human Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE). It is a very rare, degenerative and fatal brain disease that can occur in … The disease damages brain cells and the spinal cord. What are the symptoms of vCJD? Early symptoms of vCJD include … through blood transfusions, though this is extremely rare. It can also be passed onto people who eat BSE-infected …

Healthy snacks for adults

… snacks as a part of their eating pattern. Snacks can: Give you energy Satisfy hunger between meals Provide important … For packaged snacks like crackers and granola bars, compare the nutrition facts tables. Choose products that are … plain oatmeal packets and dried fruit Look for nutritious ready-to-eat snacks at convenience stores and gas stations, …

Contact with blood or body fluids Protecting against infection

… contain viruses that can be passed on to other people. If you have contact with a person’s blood or body fluids you … Do not squeeze the wound or soak it in bleach. Wash the area with warm water and soap. If you are splashed with … do not place in a recycling box Do not share drug snorting, smoking or injection equipment such as needles and syringes, …

Young children and their vision

… Young children and their vision Last updated January 11, … of people or things. By about 1 year of age, children are able to judge distances, and they have good … popsicle sticks or scissors Keep your child away from power tools, lawn mowers or chemicals Limit your child’s screen …

Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well

… Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well Last updated November 1, … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese As a parent or caregiver, you can help your child learn important … between. This helps your child come to the table hungry and ready to eat. Limit to no more than 3 cups (750 mL) each …

Travelling with children

… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Children are at higher risk of getting sick from travel to tropical and developing countries. Speak with your health care provider or travel clinic staff for advice … down) juice or prepare infant formula. Consider using a ready-to-feed formula for short trips. How can I protect my …

Malaria prevention

… Plasmodium species. These tiny parasites can get into your bloodstream and multiply after a bite by an infected mosquito. Because the malaria parasite is found in red blood cells of an infected person, in rare cases, a blood transfusion, an organ transplant or the …

Calcium and your health

… Calcium and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … Over 70 years 1200 mg mg = milligram *Including those who are pregnant or breastfeeding Which foods contain calcium? Foods that are high in calcium include: Milk and dairy products such as …

Financial abuse of older adults

… or person whom the older adult trusts, such as a friend or care provider. Financial abuse can happen when a family … children may not consider or realize that their actions are financially abusive or neglectful toward their … help prevent abuse and neglect, consider these tips: Set up your finances so that the bank automatically pays your …

Toxoplasmosis

… out of every 100 people in North America by the time they are adults. What are the symptoms of toxoplasmosis? Most infected people do … ways for people to get toxoplasmosis include: Touching your hands to your mouth after cleaning a cat's litter box …