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Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis

… that lasts for at least 6 months. The most common causes are hepatitis B virus, hepatitis C virus, fatty liver and … chronic hepatitis may develop cirrhosis. Cirrhosis damages your liver so it doesn’t work well. If you have cirrhosis or … sodium canned bean or lentil soup with whole grain crackers When you have the energy to cook, make more than you need. …

Travel immunizations for adults

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese If you are going to be travelling, make sure to discuss your travel … contact. It can also be spread through saliva or spit when people share things like food and drinks. The vaccine …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Information for family caregivers

… Abuse and neglect of older adults: Information for family caregivers Last updated September 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File … family member may not realize their legal responsibilities when assisting an older adult with finances, particularly … and the possibility of abuse or neglect, pay attention to your own emotional and physical health. Here are some signs …

Sleep related infant death

… Vietnamese What is sleep related infant death? There are two kinds of sleep related infant death. The first is … called Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, or SIDS, which occurs when a baby dies suddenly while sleeping without a clear … I do to reduce the risk of sleep related infant death? Put your baby to sleep on his or her back every time (at night …

The Infants Act mature minor consent and immunization

… One of the topics covered in the Infants Act is the health care of children. The Infants Act states that children may … parents' or guardians' wishes. In B.C. there is no set age when a child is considered capable to give consent. A health … schools. Children may also get vaccines at a health unit, youth clinic, doctor's office or pharmacy. In all of these …

Vegetarian feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… Excludes animal meat, poultry, fish and seafood Most babies are ready to start solid foods around 6 months old. Your child can eat many of the same foods enjoyed by the … for information on introducing solid foods. For example: when to start offering solids, safe textures, when to …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Although there are more than 20 types of rodents in British Columbia, only … and wires. They eat a variety of foods, including food you might have stored in your cupboards or pantry. If you … or fruit on the counter), or burrows in the soil outside. When your house is quiet, it is also possible to hear …

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 … Yellow fever Japanese encephalitis Rabies Influenza (flu) When travelling to an area with measles, infants can receive …

Salmonellosis

… infants, and those with a weakened immune system. Children are most likely to get the infection. Symptoms usually occur … bacteria. Cooked, ready-to-eat food can be contaminated when using the same cutting board, plate or utensil to … to answer detailed questions and to submit a fecal or stool sample (bowel movement). Your health care provider may …

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 … tears, vomit or urine may contain and pass on these viruses when blood is present in the fluid, but the risk is low. … Do not squeeze the wound or soak it in bleach. Wash the area with warm water and soap. If you are splashed with …