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Shigellosis

… food or water. Exposure to infected stool can occur in day care settings, through contaminated food and water, or through certain types of sexual contact. In day care settings Shigella bacteria can be spread in day care … must be kept out of day care centers until they no longer carry Shigella bacteria, and have had no diarrhea for …

Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults

… hungry and full. Being mindful can help you make healthier choices more often. What foods should I eat? Healthy eating … fruits Fresh, cooked, frozen and low sodium canned are good choices Try preparing them in different ways, such as …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Information for family caregivers

… Abuse and neglect of older adults: Information for family caregivers Last updated September 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Eighty per cent of caregiving for older adults is provided by families, usually … finances such as banking or paying bills, or personal care such as bathing and dressing. They may take on these …

Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… your milk may be low in vitamin B12. Speak to your health care provider about vitamin B12 supplements for you and your … to see if vitamin B12 has been added Speak to your health care provider about vitamin B12 supplements if your child is … Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby formula: Before you …

Tick bites and disease

… get someone else to remove the tick for you or see a health care provider to remove it. Be sure to check for ticks on … out in an area where ticks can live. When to see a health care provider to remove the tick See your health care … container (e.g., a pill bottle) with a tight-fitting lid along with a cotton ball dampened with water to keep it …

Carbapenemase-producing organisms CPO

… antibiotics known as carbapenems. You might also hear the terms Carbapenem-resistant enterobacteriaceae (CRE) or … of countries around the world, particularly in their health care facilities. People who have been admitted to hospital … with CPO are low. You may be at higher risk if you have had long-term, frequent, or intensive use of antibiotics. How …

Childhood vaccines are safe

… are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to make an appointment. Check what you know . … That is why every parent is asked to call their health care provider if any unusual or unexpected side effects … This is why you are asked to stay at the clinic or health care provider’s office for 15 minutes after your child has …

Healthy eating guidelines for people taking warfarin anticoagulants Coumadin®

… their vitamin K content. You can eat any of these foods as long as the total amount (mcg) of vitamin K you eat is about …

Travelling with children

… tropical and developing countries. Speak with your health care provider or travel clinic staff for advice before … you are going, what you plan to do while you are there, how long you are staying, and the age of your child. Carry a … administered after the child is 12 months old. This ensures long-lasting immunity. Infants and young children should not …

Cryptococcal disease C gattii

… months. Symptoms of cryptococcal infection can include: Prolonged cough lasting for weeks or months Shortness of breath … especially for long periods of time, talk to your health care provider. Your health care provider can request tests … the Vancouver Coastal and Fraser Health regions to help determine the general distribution of the fungus. It is not …