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Contact with blood or body fluids Protecting against infection

… always treat them as potentially infectious. If you prick yourself with a used needle, hold the affected limb down low … are splashed with blood or body fluids and your skin has an open wound, healing sore, or scratch, wash the area well … items that may have blood or body fluids on them Cover open cuts and scratches until they heal Carefully throw away …

Mercury spills in residential settings

… when inhaled over a longer period of time, it will affect your nervous system, causing shaking, drowsiness, weakness, … Ventilate the spill area directly to the outdoors by opening doors and windows, if possible Turn off any interior … health agency, the BC Drug and Poison Information Centre (open 24 hours a day) or your local fire department. Watch …

Radon in homes and other dwellings

… up inside homes and other buildings and pose a hazard to your health. Radon primarily enters buildings through the … other areas on the lower levels of the home or building by opening windows or using ceiling fans Seal cracks and openings in basement floors and walls, and around pipes and …

Young children and their vision

… concerns and their symptoms early on, you will know when your child needs to see an eye doctor. How developed is my … The use of age-appropriate scissors should be supervised Keep your child or toddler away from older children who are … sharp objects, such as pencils, popsicle sticks or scissors Keep your child away from power tools, lawn mowers or …

Food safety in child care facilities

… illness. How can I prevent foodborne illness? Clean Wash your hands with warm soapy water for at least 20 seconds … defrost food in the microwave, cook it right away Do not keep meat, poultry, fish, dairy or cooked leftovers at room … food with your children, support them to do so safely. Remind them to keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold. A …

Yersiniosis

… If you have severe cramps or severe diarrhea, see your health care provider. How can I prevent yersiniosis? Always wash your hands properly after you use the washroom, and before … in human disease HealthLinkBC File #61b Petting zoo and open farm visits HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help …

Harm reduction for families caregivers and friends of people who use substances

… substance use education Provide regular opportunities for open conversations about substance use and mental health. … or substance use disorder, it is important to take care of yourself: Participate in an in-person or online support group Take time and space for your own health and wellbeing through sports, art, dance, …

Listeriosis

… of serious illness. If you are at risk, how can you protect yourself? If you are pregnant, an older adult, or have a … (165 °F) and avoid raw products (e.g., raw smoked salmon) Keep the fridge at or below 4°C (40°F) Wash raw vegetables before eating Keep uncooked meats separate from vegetables and other …

Childhood vaccines What is in the vaccines and why

… ingredients that make them safe and effective to protect your child from disease. Each vaccine contains a small … against disease. Other ingredients in vaccines help keep them stable and prevent contamination of multi-dose … Why are some of the other ingredients in vaccines? To keep vaccines safe and effective, they contain ingredients …

Facts about chickenpox

… for a person to get sick after exposure to the virus. If your child is exposed to chickenpox, watch for signs of the … If your baby is breastfeeding, feed your baby more often. Keep fingernails short and clean, and cover hands with gloves or socks at night to prevent scratching. Keep the skin cool to relieve itching. Dress lightly and …