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Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers Last updated April … peas and beans swell when they absorb water, causing a more complete airway blockage. What are common causes of … must be able to communicate with emergency workers. For more information Be Smart, Don't Choke …

Spongy moth spraying

… if items are moved. Where is the spongy moth found? You can find the spongy moth in many parts of southern B.C. … called Bacillus thuringiensis variety kurstaki (Btk). You can find Btk naturally in the soil and it only affects … air before going outdoors, usually after about 1 hour. For more information Sign up for the spongy moth email …

Health Risks in the Wilderness

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese If you travel or hike in the wilderness, you should be aware of … too close, especially bears and female moose with calves. Learn about the animals and wildlife in the area you’ll be … provider or call 8-1-1 to speak to a registered nurse. For more information Animal and insect health and safety: …

Iron in Foods

… Vietnamese Why do I need iron? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin (pronounced … of iron is not absorbed as well by your body You can absorb more non-heme iron from foods by eating them at the same … You can also use the Canadian Nutrient File (see For More Information). For foods that have a label, check the …

Malaria prevention

… Plasmodium species. These tiny parasites can get into your bloodstream and multiply after a bite by an infected … repellants contain the ingredient DEET or icaridin. For more information about using insect repellants containing … from malaria if I am pregnant? The effects of malaria are more severe among pregnant women and developing babies, …

Financial abuse of older adults

… may not recognize the risk in doing so. Financial abuse is more likely to occur during an older adult’s health crisis … help prevent abuse and neglect, consider these tips: Set up your finances so that the bank automatically pays your … of suspected elder abuse, neglect or self-neglect. For More Information For information and services, you can …

Campylobacter infection

… the bacteria. Symptoms usually last for less than 1 week. You can be infected and have no symptoms. In some cases, symptoms may continue for more than 10 days. Occasionally symptoms can return after … surfaces. Soak for at least 2 minutes to kill any bacteria More ways to reduce the risk of infection: Wash your hands …

Rabies

… also act strangely. Bats are usually active at night. If you see bats during the day, they may not be normal. … both rabies immune globulin and the rabies vaccine. For more information see HealthLinkBC File #07b Rabies immune … when you travel If you are travelling for a month or more to a developing country where rabies often can be found …

Fibre and Your Health

… Fibre and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … rice. Whole grains include all parts of the grain and have more fibre than refined grains. They also have more vitamins … health care provider or registered dietitian about a fibre supplement. Tips for Reading Food Labels Check the nutrition …

COVID-19 mRNA vaccines

… 124a Download PDF Document English Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other … 2 (SARS-CoV-2) that causes COVID-19. The vaccines cause your body to produce antibodies that will help protect you … in a study monitoring the safety of the vaccine. To learn more about the study, please visit …