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… on them. How do I prevent salmonellosis? Always wash your hands after you use the bathroom or change a diaper … snakes and iguanas, can carry Salmonella bacteria. Wash your hands well after handling these animals or pets and … Salmonella or another infection that causes diarrhea Wash your hands before, during and after preparing food …
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… vaccine is approved by Health Canada and is free as part of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency …
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… who received TIg. Who should get tetanus immune globulin? Your health care provider may give you TIg if you have a … and have had less than 3 doses of a tetanus vaccine or your immunization history is unknown. TIg is recommended for … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye …
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… people may need additional doses of the vaccine. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need more doses … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency …
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… website at www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/immunizations/flu . The inactivated influenza … try to get the vaccine as soon as possible. This gives your body enough time, about 2 weeks, to build immunity … an influenza vaccine Staying home when you are ill Washing your hands regularly Cleaning and disinfecting objects and …
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… what people say Have ringing, hissing or clicking noises in your ear What are the different types of hearing loss? There … or a hearing instrument practitioner without a referral. If your hearing seems to deteriorate or drop rapidly (over the … Hearing aids do not cure hearing loss. They help improve your hearing and your ability to communicate. A hearing aid …
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… allergy safe for my child? Give the facility a copy of your child’s Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan completed by your child’s health care provider Provide written consent for staff to give your child epinephrine when needed. Do not sign anything …
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… illness. How can I prevent foodborne illness? Clean Wash your hands with warm soapy water for at least 20 seconds … label. Some dishwashers can sanitize. Check the manual of your dishwasher to find out if yours does. Separate Germs from raw foods can spread to …
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… and are highly addictive. The best thing you can do for your health is to avoid tobacco and nicotine use altogether. … members through Talk Tobacco For more information, talk to your health care provider, pharmacist or visit the QuitNow … youth and people who have never smoked. Vaping may damage your lung function and increase your risk of heart disease …
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… 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 … important treatment for diarrhea is to replace the fluids your body loses. For healthy adults, these fluids can be …
