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… Caring for seniors in long-term care in an emergency Last updated August 24, 2023 HealthLink … time. It is important to consider the needs of seniors in long-term care when planning for, or responding to …
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… Dental care for your infant and toddler Last updated March 1, 2021 … teeth depends on how much sugar goes into the mouth and how long it stays in the mouth. When your child eats or drinks … liquid stays in the mouth, bathing the teeth in sugar for a long time. Transferring bacteria from your mouth to your …
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… Immunization for health care workers in B.C. Last updated March 1, 2013 HealthLink … whose disease history is uncertain should be tested to determine if they are susceptible to varicella. Those who are … shown to reduce illness and complications among patients in long-term care settings. It also helps reduce illness among …
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… Allergy safe child care facilities Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC … Spanish Document Vietnamese What is an allergy safe child care facility? Managing food allergy in a child care setting is a shared responsibility between staff, …
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… Allergy safe adult care facilities Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC … Spanish Document Vietnamese What is an allergy safe adult care facility? Food allergy affects about 3 to 4 adults out of every 100. While care facilities cannot be expected to be completely free of …
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… Food safety in child care facilities Last updated March 28, 2023 HealthLink BC … are not fully developed. Proper food handling in child-care facilities can help prevent foodborne illness. How can … Use ice packs in a lunch box, or store lunches in the daycare fridge to keep foods cold Where can I find safe foods …
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… Managing eating, chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities Last updated June 17, 2024 HealthLink BC … or a chronic respiratory infection Eat very slowly (longer than 30 minutes) or leave meals uneaten Avoid or … Practices for Nutrition, Food service and Dining in Long Term Care Homes at …
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… Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers Last updated April 16, 2024 HealthLink BC … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Anyone who provides care to babies and young children must be aware of the risks … middle Peanuts, other nuts, seeds such as sunflower and watermelon, popcorn, and dried fruit like raisins Raw carrots, …
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… to person (TB disease in the lungs or throat), your health care provider may ask you to stay in home isolation. Home … hairdresser) until after your home isolation has ended How long will I need to be on home isolation? The length of time … person. Your health care provider will let you know how long you need to stay at home. The duration of treatment and …
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… household) you are responsible for testing your water to determine if it is safe for you and your family to drink. … be safe. Some contaminants found in well water can cause long-term health problems. Just because your neighbour's … water. Some metals, such as arsenic can have serious and long-term health effects if they are consumed in high …
