Search Results

236 results found

Seniors falls can be prevented

… more someone falls, the more likely it is that they will have a severe fall leading to injuries. You can use the … brain healthy and improves mood Adults aged 65 and older should do at least 150 minutes (about 2 and a half hours) of … If you do fall, report it to your health care provider and discuss medical, environmental and lifestyle factors which …

Genital herpes

… 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex 2 (HSV-2). Most Canadians will have at least one type of HSV in their lifetime. While … treatments will not cure herpes, but can help to reduce discomfort and how long it takes for a sore to heal.The … to others by preventing the virus from multiplying. To ease discomfort when you have symptoms, try the following: Take …

Newborn blood spot card screening

… about their health. A newborn baby can look healthy but have a rare and serious disorder that you and your doctor or … may not know about. Newborn screening finds babies who may have one of these rare disorders. Finding and treating these … babies born each year (1 out of every 750) who are found to have one of these disorders. What will my baby be screened …

Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis

… resting. Other symptoms include loss of appetite, abdominal discomfort and fever. Some people with chronic hepatitis may … damages your liver so it doesn’t work well. If you have cirrhosis or other complications, your nutrition needs … bean or lentil soup with whole grain crackers When you have the energy to cook, make more than you need. Put the …

Hearing tests for infants and children

… them. If your child cannot hear well, they will likely have trouble learning oral language, learning to talk and … they need to be successful. Why does my baby need to have their hearing screened? Every year in B.C., about 100 … right away if your child has any of the following: Ear discharge (fluid draining from the ear) Earache (pain in the …

Pregnancy and alcohol use

… to your developing baby. What else can I do to make sure I have a healthy pregnancy? As well as not drinking alcohol, …

Your babys immune system and vaccines

… how vaccines work with the immune system. Yes No If you have answered ‘no’ to any of the above, read on to learn … What is the immune system and how does it work? You may have heard about viruses and bacteria, often called germs. … time. To protect your baby as soon as possible, your baby should get their vaccines starting at 2 months of age. Most …

Childhood vaccines are safe

… I know vaccines are checked for side effects. Yes No If you have answered ‘no’ to any of the above, read on to learn … make sure it is safe and effective. If there are people who should not receive the vaccine because of safety concerns, … safer than older vaccines? Yes. Advances in science have improved how vaccines are made. Vaccines now contain …

Financial abuse of older adults

… partner or close friend dies. They are grieving, and they have many decisions to make. What are the health effects of … Make sure you understand every document you sign What should I do if I see a crime or harmful situation? Call the …

Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… of an infected person. The infected person may or may not have symptoms. When an infected person coughs or sneezes, … must be carried by blood to the infected site to work. Surgery, combined with antibiotics, is the usual treatment. … not had chickenpox or the chickenpox (varicella) vaccine should get the vaccine. For information about the chickenpox …