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… Caring for seniors in long-term care in an emergency Last updated August 24, 2023 HealthLink … is important to consider the needs of seniors in long-term care when planning for, or responding to emergencies. How are family members cared for in a long-term care facility? B.C. health …
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… Immunization for health care workers in B.C. Last updated March 1, 2013 HealthLink … test results. Diphtheria, tetanus, and polio Polio: Primary immunization with polio vaccine is recommended for … all health care workers. Most adults will have completed a primary series of polio vaccine as children. If you think …
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… Allergy safe adult care facilities Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC … Spanish Document Vietnamese What is an allergy safe adult care facility? Food allergy affects about 3 to 4 adults out of every 100. While care facilities cannot be expected to be completely free of …
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… Allergy safe child care facilities Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC … Spanish Document Vietnamese What is an allergy safe child care facility? Managing food allergy in a child care setting is a shared responsibility between staff, …
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… Dental care for your infant and toddler Last updated March 1, 2021 … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Beginning dental care early is important for your child’s health. Dental care … fever or diarrhea, call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered nurse or contact your health care provider. What about …
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… Food safety in child care facilities Last updated March 28, 2023 HealthLink BC … are not fully developed. Proper food handling in child-care facilities can help prevent foodborne illness. How can … Use ice packs in a lunch box, or store lunches in the daycare fridge to keep foods cold Where can I find safe foods …
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… Managing eating, chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities Last updated June 17, 2024 HealthLink BC … manage the problems. The health care team may include a nurse, occupational therapist, dietitian, pharmacist, … of persons in care to the entire health care team. A health practitioner will complete a care plan when a person is …
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… Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers Last updated April 16, 2024 HealthLink BC … to do if a child is choking. Contact a local public health nurse or first aid training institute for information on … licensing officer, or call 8-1-1 and speak to a registered nurse or registered dietitian. Child Nutrition Series …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Your health care provider may request that you have one or more … medical procedure ordered by your physician, midwife or nurse practitioner. It uses sound waves to produce a live image of …
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… if you have ever been exposed to TB. It tells your health care provider if your body has “seen” the bacteria before. … A TST is a two-part test. First appointment A health care practitioner uses a tiny needle to inject a small amount of … information about BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) TB clinics, visit …
