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… blue-grey in colour. This is called an engorged ick. What should I do if I find a tick on my skin? If you find a tick … sure to check for ticks on your children and pets if they have been out in an area where ticks can live. When to see a … to remove the whole tick as soon as possible. What are the symptoms of tick-related diseases? If you have the following …
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… Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the hepatitis B vaccine? The vaccine is given to … to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 … because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care provider. What is …
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… stains laundry and fixtures. The only way to know if you have high levels of manganese is to test your water. The … see HealthLinkBC File #05b Well Water Testing . What should I do if there is manganese in my drinking water? … recommend for your home or community drinking water. What should I do if I have been drinking water with high levels …
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… File #62a Pneumococcal conjugate (PCV 13) vaccine . Who should get the vaccine? The vaccine is free for people at … to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 … Speak with your health care provider if you or your child have had a life-threatening reaction to a previous dose of …
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… that carries urine from the bladder). To find out if you have trichomoniasis, you need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. Currently, lab tests can only find … a person who is infected with the parasite. What are the symptoms? It is possible to have trichomoniasis and not have …
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… Some forms of toilet learning are directed by an adult, have a set timeline and don`t always ensure the child is … to: Recognize when they are about to urinate or have a bowel movement Communicate what is about to happen and ask … a more goal-oriented approach. At a minimum, your child should be comfortable sitting on the toilet for a few …
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… In the rectum/bum (rectal method) What type of thermometer should I use? A digital thermometer is best for taking … well Is lethargic (low energy), excessively fussy or irritable Has a fever and signs of another illness (rash, … following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye syndrome HealthLinkBC File #112 Febrile seizures (fever …
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… File is about pinkeye from an infection. What are the symptoms? Pinkeye usually makes the whites of the eyes turn … tell you if your child can return to school or daycare, or should stay home. If your child has been prescribed … such as a tissue, facecloth, towel or eye dropper that have been contaminated with discharge from the eye of an …
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… serious and sometimes fatal illness called hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) which can result in kidney failure, anemia … Whole cuts of meat such as steaks or roasts usually only have E. coli on the surface, which makes the E. coli easier … first Serve cooked meats right away or keep them hot. They should be at least 60°C (140°F) or hotter, until you are …
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… fresh waters and coastal beaches. Cases of swimmer’s itch have been reported across Canada, including in B.C., and the … that have already burrowed under your skin What are the symptoms? Symptoms can range from a mild irritation to a … very irritating, especially for young children, but there should not be any serious danger. However, if a skin …
