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… and neglect of older adults Last updated September 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93a Elder Abuse Prevention Series … Abuse and neglect in later life can affect an adult’s health, happiness, safety and financial security. Older … Abuse and Information Line (SAIL) to receive guidance about your concern. How can abuse and neglect be prevented? There …
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… Children and adults Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 99 Download PDF Document English … the energy emitted by humans. NCITs offer a way to take your temperature without touching, unlike traditional … to learn how safely take a rectal temperature. Always wash your hands before and after taking your child’s temperature. …
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… transmitted infections (STIs) Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08o Sexually Transmitted … benefits: It reduces the chances of passing the STI on to your partner(s) You are less likely to develop complications … failure from advanced HIV disease If you have an STI, your chance of getting or passing on HIV to someone else …
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… about influenza (the flu) Last updated September 16, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 12b Influenza (Flu) Series … an influenza vaccine Staying home when you are ill Washing your hands regularly Cleaning and disinfecting objects and … in the waste basket or garbage Cough and sneezing into your shirt sleeve rather than your hands Getting an …
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… Traveller's diarrhea Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 41e Travel Series Download PDF … 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 …
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… Disinfecting drinking water Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 49b Download PDF Document English … water to make it safe. However, you may need to disinfect your own drinking water, or find an alternate source such as … questions about your drinking water, contact your local environmental health officer or your local health authority. …
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… Head lice Last updated September 9, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 06 Download PDF Document English … person has poor personal hygiene or lives in an unclean environment. Head lice are commonly spread among children and … to share hats, combs, hair accessories or hairbrushes. If your child has long hair, tie it up or put it in a braid. …
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… Pasteurized and raw milk Last updated September 11, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 03 Download PDF Document English … light, and helps you to tell colours apart. Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium and reduces the risk of … or contact BCCDC Food Safety and Environmental Health at fpinfo@bccdc.ca . Image … Pasteurized …
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… (parvovirus infection) Last updated October 29, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 54 Download PDF Document English … discharge of a person with the disease and then touching your own eyes or mouth (for example from a wet tissue, a … stay away from work, school or childcare as long as you or your child feels well. Who can get fifth disease? Anyone can …
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… other biological contaminants Last updated October 29, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 65b Download PDF Document English … earth, cover it with plastic If there is high humidity in your home that cannot otherwise be controlled, use a … dehumidifier. Make sure you choose a device that best meets your room size and humidity Repair all internal and external …
