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Bed bugs

… most active at night. Bed bugs prefer locations where they can easily hide and feed regularly, such as sleeping areas. They can commonly be found in homes, hotels, student residences … Are bed bugs a health concern? A bed bug bite typically causes a red bump or flat welt that may be itchy. Bed bugs …

Maintenance and operation of onsite sewage systems

… When the septic tank is working properly, these bacteria can reduce the solids by 50 to 60 percent. The liquid … every 2 to 3 years). A septic system pump-out contractor can do this maintenance. Treatment plant A typical treatment … local drinking water sources. This contamination could cause serious illness in people. It is important to have an …

Bacterial vaginosis BV

… BV is more common in women who are sexually active, it can occur in women who are not sexually active. It is … the infection does not spread into the fallopian tubes and cause Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), a more serious … your next period after completing the antibiotics. How can I reduce my chance of getting a sexually transmitted …

Campylobacter infection

… bacteria that infects the intestinal tract. Very rarely, it can also infect the blood stream. When a person gets sick … it is called campylobacteriosis. Campylobacter is a common cause of diarrhea worldwide. It is the most commonly … bacteria. Symptoms usually last for less than 1 week. You can be infected and have no symptoms. In some cases, …

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… pulmonary syndrome (HPS) is a severe illness that is caused by a virus called hantavirus. This rare disease was … in the southwestern United States in 1993 and in western Canada in 1994. Each year in B.C., only a couple of people … cure however, many of the symptoms and complications of HPS can be treated. Most patients are admitted to intensive care …

Cryptosporidium infection

… is diarrhea. The number of people who have gotten sick because of Cryptosporidium infection in B.C. has decreased in recent years. How can I become infected with Cryptosporidium ? Cryptosporidium can be spread by water, food, or fecal-oral transmission …

Nitrate in well water

… Nitrate should not be confused with nitrite. Nitrite can also be found in the environment, but is mainly used as … especially in cured meats. Both nitrate and nitrite can be a health hazard when consumed at concentrations above … infants. In severe cases, high levels of nitrate can cause an infant to turn a grey-blue colour, mainly around …

Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Heat and humidity can go up in the summer months, making it feel hotter … we would expect during a normal summer day. Extreme heat can be harmful to anyone's health, but infants (0-1 year) … during long trips in a car as car air conditioners may cause dehydration Stop and wake your baby for feeds if they …

Insect repellents and DEET

… bites. Insect bites are often itchy or irritating, and can also cause serious illnesses, such as West Nile virus. What is … WNV, is a disease usually spread by mosquitoes. Mosquitoes can become carriers of the virus after biting birds infected …

Vegetarian feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… Series Download PDF Document English A vegetarian diet can be a healthy eating pattern for people of all ages, … ready to start solid foods around 6 months old. Your child can eat many of the same foods enjoyed by the rest of the … flavoured drinks and sweetened milk to your child. They can cause tooth decay and replace more nutritious foods and …