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Abuse and neglect of older adults Information for family caregivers

… by keeping in touch, sharing old traditions and creating new ones. Focus on and cultivate activities that have … 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 …

Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease vCJD

… an abnormal prion attacks the brain, killing cells and creating gaps in tissue or sponge-like patches. The vCJD prion … supply. None of the reported cases of vCJD resulted from eating Canadian beef. How does a cow get BSE? The abnormal … between the ages of 45 and 75. CJD is not connected to eating BSE-infected cow parts. For more information For more …

Lunches to go

… Vietnamese Lunch is an important part of your child’s day. Eating a variety of nutritious foods while at school helps … or bean spreads Leftover cooked chicken or beef Regularly eating processed meats like ham, turkey, salami, bologna, … Apple slices, zucchini muffin and seed butter (e.g. sunflower seed butter) Strips of French toast with yogurt and …

Listeriosis

… the feces of animals. Listeriosis is most often caused by eating contaminated foods. A variety of foods can contain or … candied salmon). Listeria can grow in foods that are wet, salty or sugary and can grow even when the food is … fridge at or below 4°C (40°F) Wash raw vegetables before eating Keep uncooked meats separate from vegetables and …

Dental care for your infant and toddler

… may contribute to early childhood tooth decay: Frequent Eating(especially sticky or sugary foods) Constant use of a … Bacteria, combined with poor dental hygiene and unhealthy eating habits, can increase the risk of your child … is a good time to discuss daily dental care, fluoride and eating habits. For more information Children in families who …

Giardia infection

… water while you swim. You can also become infected by eating raw or undercooked food contaminated with cysts. … well with soap and water after using the toilet and before eating or preparing foods. Dry your hands with disposable … can still infect others. After using the toilet and before eating or preparing foods wash your hands thoroughly with …

Travel immunizations for adults

… disease caused by infection with a virus. People get it by eating food or drinking water contaminated with feces. You … of the liver with the hepatitis A virus. People get it by eating contaminated food or drinking water. One dose of … infection caused by typhoid bacteria. People get it by eating food or drinking water contaminated with feces. There …

Toxoplasmosis

… touching anything that has come into contact with cat feces Eating raw or undercooked meats Drinking unpasteurized milk … their health care provider about whether they should be treating their drinking water or using bottled water Cats and …

Vancomycin-resistant enterococci VRE

… most important thing you can do is wash your hands before eating, drinking, smoking or applying personal care …

Carbapenemase-producing organisms CPO

… cleaned after going to the bathroom and before preparing or eating food. People identified as having a CPO should follow … after touching infected areas and before preparing and eating food Do not share personal care items such as towels, … most important thing you can do is wash your hands before eating, drinking, smoking, applying personal care products, …