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Vancomycin-resistant enterococci VRE

… skin around the anal area. Human stools (bowel movements) have the highest levels of these bacteria. The bacteria can … that is used to treat serious infections caused by organisms that are resistant to other antibiotics such as … chances of becoming infected with VRE are low, even if you have been in contact with someone with VRE. You may be at …

Naloxone Treating opioid overdose

… Hospital emergency departments and ambulance attendants have used it for decades to reverse opioid overdose. Naloxone has no effect if you have not taken opioids. It will not get you “high” and does … and family. Staff members of non-profit and community-based organizations have access to naloxone through the Facility …

Pasteurized and raw milk

… that may be found in the raw milk. Pathogens are microorganisms such as bacteria that make us sick. Raw milk can … its association with numerous outbreaks caused by enteric organisms. Mandatory pasteurization of milk has eliminated … chronic diseases are more vulnerable to infection and have higher risk of getting sick from drinking raw milk due …

Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure

… eat: Prepare your own meals often, using ingredients that have little to no added sodium Use the Nutrition Facts table … pumpkin seeds or hemp hearts on yogurt or oatmeal If you have kidney disease, or take medication to lower blood … more. What else can I do to lower my blood pressure? If you have extra weight, losing even small amounts may help to …

Tuberculosis TB

… glands, bones, joints, kidneys, the brain and reproductive organs. TB is curable. In British Columbia, medicines to … feel depends on where the TB bacteria are growing. When you have TB infection in the lungs you might spread TB bacteria … If you are healthy and a person with TB infection, you have a 5 to 10% chance of developing TB disease over your …

Clostridium difficile C difficile

… People undergoing cancer chemotherapy People who have other illnesses The elderly What are the symptoms? In … the antibiotic that led to the infection. However, you should not stop taking your antibiotics until you have been … treatment with your health care provider. In rare cases, surgery may be considered if all other treatments have not …

Residential hot tubs and pools Health and safety tips

… in the water gets used up. Before and after use, you should check the disinfectant level and add disinfectant if … also be checked and adjusted as necessary. Pool chemicals should always be used safely and stored in a locked location … oils, resulting in the use of less disinfectant. If you have been vomiting, have diarrhea, an open wound, or any …

Influenza flu immunization Myths and facts

… 65 years and older and in other high risk groups. Myth: I have never had influenza, so I do not need to get an … time. As a precaution, people with weakened immune systems should not get the live vaccine. Myth: The influenza … better protected than those who remain unimmunized. Myth: I should not get an influenza vaccine because I have …

Immunization for health care workers in BC

… assigned staff in the workplace. The employer and employee should keep records of all immunizations and laboratory test … recommended for all health care workers. Most adults will have completed a primary series of polio vaccine as … series of polio vaccine is recommended. Health care workers should have a booster dose of the vaccine 10 years after …

Safe sleeping for babies

… his or her back every time (at night and for naps) Babies should always be placed on their backs to sleep. Healthy babies and newborns do not choke or have any problems from sleeping on their backs. When your … mattress fits the frame and is no thicker than 15 cm. There should be no gaps bigger than 3 cm between the mattress and …