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Listeriosis

… in foods that are wet, salty or sugary and can grow even when the food is refrigerated. Foods contaminated with … a serious illness. What are the symptoms? Listeriosis can start with symptoms, such as: Fever Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea … in pregnant women. People who have symptoms of listeriosis should speak to their health care provider, especially if …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… your child grows from newborn to toddler and beyond, play should continue to have an important place in their life and … how they are feeling. These cues will also help you know when your baby is ready for interaction and play and when … sounds of your voice as you read. It is never too early to start reading to your child. Speaking and reading in …

Indoor air quality Volatile organic compounds VOCs

… may cause: Lung irritation Damage to the liver, kidneys or central nervous system Long-term exposure may also cause damage to the liver, kidneys, or central nervous system. Some VOCs are suspected … carpets, furniture or drapes Follow manufacturers’ labels when using household chemicals. If the label says “use in a …

Dietary Fats and Your Health

… Use more vegetables and smaller amounts of meat and cheese when making mixed dishes such as pizza, lasagna, tacos or … bison, moose and caribou Remove some of the fat from meat when possible Trim off visible fat Drain fat after cooking … select products that are lowest in saturated and trans fat When eating out The percent daily value (%DV) tells you if a …

Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… allergic reaction to a food? An allergic reaction occurs when a person’s immune system treats a protein (an allergen) … Children and teens at risk of a severe allergic reaction should also see a pediatric allergist. If your child is at … reaction? Symptoms of a severe allergic reaction can start within minutes of eating the food that triggers …

Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… iron-rich foods to your baby at around 6 months. This is when your baby’s iron supply starts to decrease. It’s also when your baby needs more than … Offer iron-rich foods every day Your baby’s first foods should be rich in iron. Offer your baby iron-rich foods: At …

Heat-related illness

… human body maintains a temperature of about 37°C (98.6°F). When your body temperature rises, heat is released through … day. Ask your health care provider about how much water you should drink on hot days if you are on water pills or … heat exhaustion, can be treated at home. Act immediately to start cooling the affected person. Note that mild heat …

West Nile virus

… A few people will have a mild to moderate illness that starts 3 to 14 days after being infected. Symptoms may … well-screened or enclosed areas. Consider staying indoors when mosquitoes are most active, which is from dusk to dawn … can be a significant breeding source of mosquitoes and should be maintained regularly to prevent mosquito growth. …

Urethritis

… #08l Chlamydia . To find out if you have urethritis, you should be examined by a health care provider and have lab … or swelling at the tip of the penis Pain or burning feeling when urinating Itching or irritation in the urethra – the … or anal sex for 7 days after you and your partner(s) start the antibiotic treatment. If you or your partner(s) do …

Aerial spraying for native defoliators in BCs forests

… to reduce damage and protect trees from certain defoliators when they reach outbreak levels in our forests. Some of the … close your windows the evening before aerial spraying starts and stay indoors while your property and nearby areas are being sprayed. You should wait until the spray has cleared from the air before …