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Rabies

… include: Headache Fever Increasing difficulty in swallowing Excessive drooling Muscle spasm or weakness Strange … unusually tame, excessive drooling, difficulty swallowing, paralysis, staggering and seizures. Infected animals … moderate pressure for at least 15 minutes. This greatly reduces the chance of any type of infection Seek medical …

Meal and snack ideas for your 1 to 3 year old child

… if they choke. Prepare foods for your child in ways that reduce their risk of choking. For example: Cut round foods …

Financial abuse of older adults

… the Seniors Abuse Info Line (SAIL) at 604 437-1940 in the Lower Mainland, or toll free at 1 866 437-1940. If you see a … For more information on abuse and older adults, see the following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #93a Preventing …

Insect repellents and DEET

… for a short period of time, always choose a product with a lower concentration of DEET. For example: Concentration of … Always read the entire label carefully before use. Follow all of the instructions on the label, including proper … themselves Avoid applying repellent to children’s hands to reduce the chance of getting the repellent in their eyes and …

Lunches to go

… on some days than others. Know that sometimes food may come back uneaten from school. If this happens often, have a … sugar, sodium and saturated fat and choose the product with lowest %DV. Generally, 5%DV or less is “a little” and 15%DV … Apple slices, zucchini muffin and seed butter (e.g. sunflower seed butter) Strips of French toast with yogurt and …

Maintenance and operation of onsite sewage systems

… the septic tank is working properly, these bacteria can reduce the solids by 50 to 60 percent. The liquid between … sludge on the bottom of the tank and the scum on the top flows out of the tank into the dispersal area. Further … where the onsite sewage system has been built Do not flush paints, solvents or any kind of toxic chemicals down the …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… will probably enjoy it too. Remember to keep the volume low. Babies also learn through touch. Help them explore … learn to enjoy tummy time. Some ways to do this are by: Slowly adding more tummy time each day Talking and singing to … parents support and encourage their children to play as follows: Play actively – toddlers need at least 180 minutes of …

Preventing sexually transmitted infections STIs

… knowing. Finding and treating an STI early has benefits: It reduces the chances of passing the STI on to your partner(s) … an external (“male”) condom? To use an external condom, follow these steps: Wash your hands Carefully open the package … up to 2 hours before sex. To use an internal condom, follow these steps: Wash your hands Carefully open the package …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Information for family caregivers

… people can learn to recognize the signs of stress. To reduce stress and the possibility of abuse or neglect, pay … partner's health. Some health concerns can be prevented or slowed down. Couples can often make small changes in their … the Seniors Abuse Info Line (SAIL) at 604 437-1940 in the Lower Mainland, or toll free at 1 866 437-1940. If you see a …

Live attenuated influenza flu vaccine

… anemia Health conditions causing difficulty breathing, swallowing or a risk of choking on food or fluids, such as … . For more information For more information, see the following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #12a Why …