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Community evacuation information for seniors

… support and an emergency plan. What will happen if I have to evacuate my home in an emergency? If the police or … to immediately check on you after a disaster. What supplies should I have for an emergency? Planning ahead and thinking about …

Feeding your baby Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old

… baby will be able to eat soft textures, even before they have teeth. This includes foods that are: Lumpy. Offer foods … hard candies. Do not offer chewable vitamins. How much food should I offer to my baby? The amount of food to offer your … or muffin A quarter of a pita or other flatbread How often should I offer food to my baby? The number of times you …

Quitting smoking

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why should I quit smoking? There are many reasons to quit … family Be more confident and in control of your own life Have an improved sense of taste and smell Heal faster and … to being without nicotine. You will likely experience symptoms of nicotine withdrawal as this happens. Learn what …

Syphilis

… in B.C. are men who identify as gay, bisexual, or men who have sex with men (gbMSM). However, recent rates of syphilis … further damage. After treatment, you must have blood tests to make sure the treatment worked. Your sexual partners within the last 3 to 12 months should be tested and treated for syphilis. This will depend …

Residential hot tubs and pools Safe water quality

… to reduce the amount of disinfection chemicals needed. You should not go in a pool or hot tub with open sores or bandages. If you are experiencing cold or flu-like symptoms, you should not go in a pool or hot tub until you have been symptom‑free for at least 48 hours. If you have an …

Understanding harm reduction Substance use

… knowledge around safer sex practices and sexual health Should I have concerns about harm reduction? Some people express …

Carbapenemase-producing organisms CPO

… are naturally found in the gut (digestive system) and that have become resistant to a group of antibiotics known as … preparing or eating food. People identified as having a CPO should follow these instructions to prevent CPO from … to you. Make sure to finish all antibiotics, even if your symptoms resolve. If you carry CPO in your gut and you are …

Pertussis whooping cough

… People of any age can get pertussis. Young children who have not been immunized get sicker than older children and … to others during the early stages of the infection when symptoms are not severe and if left untreated, it can spread … pertussis and who has a cough that lasts more than 1 week should see a health care provider. Is there a treatment? …

Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat

… 6 weeks may be at a higher risk, especially if they do not have access to a cool indoor environment. Weight normally … help reduce these risks. If you experience heat-related symptoms or increased contractions it is important to speak … who experiences more tightenings than usual in the abdomen should be checked by their midwife, doctor, or obstetrician. …

Sun safety for children

… Vietnamese Is the sun harmful to children? Children have sensitive skin that can easily be damaged by exposure … active play time. Swimmers and those who sweat heavily should use a waterproof lotion. For children wearing bathing … every hour or so. Never leave your child alone in the car. Should I protect my child’s eyes from the sun? Yes. The same …