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Burns and scalds in young children

… like to explore, are at high risk of burns and scalds. The most common cause of burns and scalds in young children is … should not be relied on to supervise younger children Check your child’s bath water with your elbow prior to placing them in the water; it should not …

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

… . It is not known how much alcohol it takes to cause harm. Your baby's brain and nervous system develop throughout your pregnancy. All types of alcohol, including beer, wine, … one time, and drinking throughout your pregnancy, are the most harmful to your baby. Visit the Canadian Low-Risk …

Meningococcal quadrivalent vaccines

… people may need additional doses of the vaccine. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need more doses … Y and W strains of the disease can purchase the vaccine at most pharmacies and travel clinics. It is important to keep … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye …

Meningococcal b Men-b vaccine

… Men-B vaccine protects against infection from one of the most common types of meningococcal bacteria, type B. The … old you are when the immunization series begins. Speak with your health care provider for more information. It is … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye …

Rabies immune globulin and vaccine

… RabIg and rabies vaccine prevent rabies disease, which is almost always fatal. RabIg provides immediate, short-term … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye … provider. What is rabies? Rabies is a very serious and almost always fatal disease caused by the rabies virus. People …

HIV and HIV tests

… of transmitting it to others. You can greatly reduce your risk of transmitting HIV to others by taking … or rash. The only way to know if you have HIV is to have your blood tested. What is an HIV test? If you have been … to HIV, one kind of HIV test can detect proteins made in your body called antibodies, but this will not detect a very …

Yellow fever vaccine

… if you travel to or work in some countries. Discuss your travel plans with a public health unit, a travel clinic, or your health care provider at least 6 to 8 weeks before you travel. Most travel vaccines are not covered by the provincial …

COVID-19 mRNA vaccines

… 2 (SARS-CoV-2) that causes COVID-19. The vaccines cause your body to produce antibodies that will help protect you … history. Getting all the recommended doses of vaccine is your best protection against COVID-19. It is important to … after getting the COVID-19 mRNA vaccines. These were most often seen: After a second dose of the vaccine when the …

Radon in homes and other dwellings

… up inside homes and other buildings and pose a hazard to your health. Radon primarily enters buildings through the … You have a one in 3 chance of developing lung cancer in your lifetime if you are exposed to high levels of radon and … in B.C.? Yes, elevated levels of radon are found throughout most of the province, but some regions are known to have …

Yersiniosis

… If you have severe cramps or severe diarrhea, see your health care provider. How can I prevent yersiniosis? Always wash your hands properly after you use the washroom, and before … hands after they use the washroom and before they eat Wash your hands and your children's hands after touching animals …