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Chlamydia

… Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by bacteria. The infection may occur in the rectum (the … the infection. A chlamydia infection in the rectum may cause discharge from the anus, rectal pain, mucous with … 6 months after treatment. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a follow-up test 3 to 4 weeks after …

Feeding your baby Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old

… Close their mouth when food is offered Push food away Refuse to eat or turn their head away Here are some examples of … to: Offer iron-rich foods at least 2 times each day Use little or no added salt or sugar Include sources of fat … feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69k) Breastfeeding or chestfeeding (#70) … Feeding your baby …

Quit or reduce vaping

… ingredients include chemicals and blends of chemicals used to make different flavours. The term "vaping" is also used to refer to the inhalation of cannabis aerosols; however, this page refers specifically to the use of nicotine products. What are the risks of vaping? …

Indoor air quality Combustion by-products

… the blood’s ability to carry oxygen. Acute exposure may cause tiredness, headaches, nausea, flu-like symptoms, dizziness, impaired vision and confusion If you have heart disease, it may cause chest pain High levels of carbon monoxide exposure can …

Fifth disease parvovirus infection

… What is fifth disease? Fifth disease is an infection caused by a virus called parvovirus B19. It’s an infection of … face. This rash looks like the cheeks have been slapped, while the area around the mouth looks pale. These signs are … hands to prevent droplets from spreading to others. Put used tissues directly into the garbage. Wash your hands …

Allergy safe child care facilities

… shared responsibility between staff, parents and children. While child care facilities cannot be expected to be completely free of the foods that cause allergic reactions, they should make efforts to create … to reduce the risk of accidental exposure to foods that cause allergic reactions among children who attend the …

Petting zoo and open farm visits

… Which diseases are commonly spread from animals to people? While disease is rare and usually mild, severe disease can … include: Fever Diarrhea or bloody diarrhea Stomach cramps Nausea Vomiting Bloating Gas If you or your child experience … or alcohol-based hand sanitizing gel or foam with you to use in situations when you are not near a hand-washing …

Your childs feelings

… to respond to them. For example, “I’m feeling upset because grandma had to cancel her visit. I’m going to take some … down, but it’s okay for me to feel sad and cry for a little while.” When your child has upset you, calmly explain how … and become stressed if they think that they are the cause. Talk about these situations, too. For example, “I am …

Q fever

… exists all over the world. The bacteria Coxiella burnetii causes Q fever. These bacteria can live for months and even … an inflammation of the heart. People who get Q fever while pregnant are more likely to have a miscarriage. How is … medical treatment. In more severe cases, antibiotics are used to treat Q fever. Who is at risk for Q fever? Q fever …

Immunization for health care workers in BC

… care workers are at risk of exposure to infectious diseases while at work. Many diseases can be prevented with … rubella disease. Rubella infection in adults may cause swelling and pain in the joints. Infections in the first 3 months of pregnancy can cause severe harm to a developing baby; about 9 out of 10 …