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Cyclospora infection cyclosporiasis

… an even longer illness. A person can be infected and have no symptoms. How is cyclosporiasis spread? The disease … by outbreaks of Cyclospora infection. These outbreaks have been linked to eating contaminated, imported fresh … water when travelling How is cyclosporiasis treated? If you have prolonged or severe diarrhea, see your health care …

Hearing loss in children

… talk and eventually to read and write. It is important to have your child’s hearing tested if you ever have concerns that they are not hearing well or talking … are usually the first to notice if there is a problem. Have your child’s hearing tested by an audiologist if you …

Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease vCJD

… 30 years of age. Since the discovery of vCJD in 1995, there have been more than 200 cases of vCJD reported worldwide. Most cases have occurred in the United Kingdom (UK). A few cases of vCJD have been reported in Canada but these people were infected …

Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

… risk of heat-related illness, especially if they do not have access to a cool indoor environment. Heat can build up … Keep cool inside Turn on air conditioning (AC) if you have it. A temperature of less than 26°C is safe for most … help know when your home is getting too hot If you do not have an air-conditioned space in your home, consider staying …

Shaken baby syndrome SBS

… baby so dangerous? Shaking a baby is dangerous because they have fragile, under-developed brains. Their heads are heavy … of babies who are shaken die and as many as 80 percent have permanent brain damage. Shaking injuries do not occur … If you feel unable to cope, call someone for help once you have put your baby in a safe place or call Healthlink BC at …

Healthy snacks for adults

… save time, money and avoid impulse buys If you’re hungry, have a snack before going grocery shopping. You might buy … freezer for busy times Cook a batch of hard-boiled eggs to have throughout the week. They’ll stay fresh for one week … and paying attention to hunger and fullness cues. Have a snack when you’re feeling hungry, not out of habit or …

The Infants Act mature minor consent and immunization

… making decisions about their own health. Adolescents will have the opportunity to make their own decision to be immunized whether or not they have a consent form signed by a parent or guardian. Image …

Outdoor air quality Sulphur dioxide SO2

… facilities where sulphur dioxide is used or is a by-product have the greatest exposure. People who live near these … higher sulphur dioxide concentrations may be more likely to have breathing problems as they get older. How can I reduce … including tobacco smoke, gas stoves and matches If you have medical conditions, such as asthma, COPD or heart …

Childhood vaccines What is in the vaccines and why

… of multi-dose vials by bacteria and fungi. Some vaccines have ingredients to boost the immune response to the … salts, antibiotics, and formaldehyde. These ingredients have not been linked to disease or illness. Below are some … the vaccine is being made. Aluminum salts – Aluminum salts have been used in vaccines for many years. They improve the …

Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution

… These particles can be made up of different substances and have different sizes. Smaller particles have been linked to more health effects because they can … and may even get into your bloodstream. Fine particles that have a diameter less than 2.5 micrometers (PM2.5) are the …