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Elementary school age children and their vision

… of life. The older a child is at the time of diagnosis, the more difficult it may be to correct issues of ocular … same way. Vision problems often have a family history. If you know of vision problems in your family, your child's … and deal with any problems your child may have in learning situations that involve colours. For More …

Arsenic in drinking water

… include skin flushing and rashes. As children tend to drink more water per unit of body weight than adults, they may have more exposure to arsenic in drinking water. As a result, … in drinking water over years or decades can increase your risk of developing certain cancers, including: Skin …

The pregnant traveller

… some infections. Some of these infections can also affect your developing baby. If you are pregnant and want to … circulation. Wear comfortable shoes and loose clothing. For more information about what you can do to decrease your risk … there is a safe anti-malaria medication. You should also be more careful to avoid mosquito bites. For more information …

Lead paint and hazards

… the intellectual and behavioural development of infants and young children. Lead-based paint is a dangerous source of … levels of exposure to lead can cause health effects such as learning disabilities and behavioural problems in children. … to mouth or chew objects. Children absorb and retain more lead into their bodies compared to adults. For pregnant …

Wildfire Its effects on drinking water quality

… quality may decline. During a wildfire, it's important that you have access to enough reliable and safe drinking water. … and protects you from the effects of wildfire smoke. For more information on wildfire and your health, read … erosion and fire debris Algal blooms in water sources. For more information on cyanobacteria blooms (blue-green algae), …

Inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… influenza viruses that is given as a nasal spray. For more information, please visit HealthLinkBC File #12e Live … vaccines are usually available beginning in October. For your best protection, get immunized as soon as possible. You … in a study monitoring the safety of the vaccine. To learn more about the study please visit …

The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… There are ways to reduce the risks, such as by making your home smoke-free. How harmful is second-hand tobacco … of dying from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). For more information, please visit HealthLinkBC File #46 Sleep … such as bronchitis and pneumonia. They also suffer more from chronic coughing, wheezing and breathing problems …

Grade 6 immunizations in BC

… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. Vaccines are the best way to protect your child against many diseases and their complications. … childhood vaccines that they are eligible for. For more information on the recommended childhood vaccines in …

Hepatitis C virus

… with symptoms around 6 weeks after being infected with HCV. You can clear HCV and still become infected again in the … and blood borne infections (STBBI) Use condoms and learn about the correct use of condoms Do not share drug … to all British Columbians living with HCV. DAAs can cure more than 95% of people with HCV. DAAs are well-tolerated …

Fifth disease parvovirus infection

… in the hands, feet or knees and no other symptoms. This is more common in adults, especially women. The joint pain … can spread it to others by coughing or sneezing. Sometimes you can get the disease just by touching the saliva or nasal … get fifth disease? Anyone can get fifth disease, but it’s more common in young children. Most preschoolers and …