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Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus MRSA

… that may have had contact with a contaminated wound or bandage. There have been a few cases of transmission of MRSA … your hands. You do not need to disclose to your workplace, school or daycare setting that you carry MRSA. Mild … for at least 20 seconds using warm water and soap (to help children wash their hands long enough, sing the ABC song). …

Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… red blood cells and carry oxygen to all parts of the body. Children need iron for healthy growth and development, … vegetables and fruits such as broccoli, snow peas, red cabbage, bell peppers, kiwi, mango, papaya, peaches, … milk fat) in an open cup if your baby is: 9 to 12 months of age and Eating a variety of iron-rich foods Too much milk …

Spongy moth spraying

… British Columbia (B.C.) fruit producers. It attacks and damages over 300 different trees and shrubs. It was formerly … from Europe, it has been found in Canada for over 100 years but has not been established in Western regions. The … and email lists also communicate this information. All schools, daycares, care homes and hospitals in the affected …

Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… seconds, and rub hands together to create lather (to help children wash their hands long enough, sing the ABC song) … such as meats or poultry Touch pets or animals Clean pet cages or litter boxes Clean around the house When should children wash their hands? Children should always wash their …

Seniors falls can be prevented

… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese One-third of people aged 65 and over who live in the community fall each year. … of injury-related deaths and hospitalizations for adults aged 65 years and older in B.C. Falls can lead to fractures (for …

Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… healthy, prevent illness and even save lives. As people age, they may be at much higher risk of severe disease and … from influenza. For this reason, seniors aged 65 years and older are advised to get an inactivated influenza … about 1 day before to 5 days after symptoms start. Young children and people with weakened immune systems may be able …

Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease vCJD

… brain disease that can occur in people. The disease damages brain cells and the spinal cord. What are the symptoms … state and death. It may take anywhere from 5 to15 years for symptoms of vCJD to develop from the time of being infected. vCJD can occur at any age, but the disease is most common in people under 30 years …

Safe sleeping for babies

… reduce the risk of falls or the baby becoming trapped Older children and pets should not be in the bed If the adults …

Healthy snacks for adults

… we eat can change based on many factors. This includes age, daily routine, activity level, food preferences and … buy foods you do not need if you shop while hungry For packaged snacks like crackers and granola bars, compare the … bananas Keep a small supply of nutritious foods at work or school in case you forget to pack a snack or do not pack …

Caffeinated energy drinks

… Common brands include Red Bull® and Rockstar Energy®. Children and teens are the highest consumers of energy … Sugary drinks are the main source of sugar in the average Canadian diet. Children and youth have the highest daily … or stevia, as sweeteners. If you regularly drink sweet beverages, you might find that it’s harder to eat healthy because …