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Carbapenemase-producing organisms CPO

… are vulnerable to developing infections. CPO are usually a low risk and rarely cause an infection in healthy people. If … or eating food. People identified as having a CPO should follow these instructions to prevent CPO from spreading to … you are healthy your chances of becoming sick with CPO are low. You may be at higher risk if you have had long-term, …

Chickenpox varicella vaccine

… known as congenital varicella syndrome. Babies may have a low birth weight, scars and problems with their limbs, eyes … the virus can become active again later in life and cause a painful rash called shingles. For more information on …

Sun safety for children

… Avoid baseball caps that do not shade the ears or back of the neck. You may consider purchasing lightweight, … and reapply every couple of hours, after swimming, or following active play time. Swimmers and those who sweat … near the eyes. It can be irritating, so avoid the upper and lower eyelids. Sunscreens, like many other products, have a …

Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure

… Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure Last updated April 25, 2023 … pressure is hypertension. What dietary changes can help lower blood pressure? Healthy eating can help lower your blood pressure and improve your overall health. …

Lead in drinking water

… every effort to maintain lead levels in drinking water as low as possible. The guideline is designed to protect … concerns? According to Health Canada, even ingesting a low level of lead may be harmful. Lead can harm the … lead from many sources, such as food, drinking water, soil, paint and dust. There is no evidence that drinking water in …

Tick bites and disease

… The feeding tick's mouth will be under the skin, but the back parts will be sticking out. When they are full of … a tick yourself If you can remove the tick yourself, follow these instructions. Use tweezers to gently get a hold of … you. General symptoms of fever, headache, muscle and joint pains, fatigue, or weakness of the muscles of the face Skin …

Dental care for your infant and toddler

… decay can spread deeper into the tooth. The decay can cause pain and infection, and can even damage the underlying adult … to be removed. What can contribute to tooth decay? The following factors may contribute to early childhood tooth … of age. The bottom front teeth usually appear first, followed by the top front teeth. In total, 20 teeth should …

The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… amount of smoke you are exposed to. For some people, even low levels of exposure can cause physical reactions. These … risk of miscarriages, premature birth and babies with low birth weight. How does second-hand smoke harm babies and … smoke is harmful to babies and children in the following ways: Babies who breathe second-hand smoke have a …

Waterborne infections in British Columbia

… Weakened Immune Systems . Although the risk is relatively low of getting Toxoplasmosis through drinking water, this … Primary disinfection might include one or more of the following treatment technologies: filtration, chlorination, … light disinfenction. After primary disinfection is done, a low concentration of disinfectant is maintained in water, …

Measles mumps rubella and varicella MMRV vaccine

… than from the vaccine. The risks of serious reactions following MMRV vaccine have not been established. They may be … people with mumps. Adults and teens with mumps can have painful swelling of the testicles (about 1 in 4 cases) or … as congenital varicella syndrome (CVS). Babies may have a low birth weight, scars and problems with their limbs, eyes …