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Shaken baby syndrome SBS

… or those with any resentment towards the baby look after the baby, even for a short time. Why do babies cry? … cry more and for longer periods of time starting at about 2 weeks of age and continuing until about 3 to 4 months. This … mouth, licking their lips and sucking their hand. For the first few months of life, babies usually feed at least every …

Immunization for health care workers in BC

… workers should have a booster dose of the vaccine 10 years after completion of the primary series. Due to immunization, … cause swelling and pain in the joints. Infections in the first 3 months of pregnancy can cause severe harm to a … should receive 2 doses of the vaccine, given at least 6 weeks apart. Chickenpox is an infection caused by the …

Rabies

… In humans, rabies can be prevented by immunization soon after exposure. The virus can infect any mammal. In B.C., … Infected animals usually die within 10 days from when they first appear sick. Bats infected with rabies may also act … rabies as soon as possible. It typically takes from 3 to 8 weeks before rabies symptoms start in humans but can be much …

Syphilis

… person. The sore usually appears between 3 and 90 days after getting the infection. Often, the sore will not be … noticeable. The sore will go away on its own within a few weeks, but the disease will progress. Secondary stage The … of syphilis you are diagnosed with. Do not have sex until 2 weeks after you and your partner(s) finish treatment and you …

Rubella

… 10 babies born to women who have rubella infection in the first 3 months of pregnancy. CRS is rare because so many … care. If you are not immune, you should be immunized after your pregnancy, preferably before leaving the … and feel painful. The rash, which may be itchy, begins first on the face and then moves downwards from the head to …

Measles

… light. These symptoms are followed by a rash, which starts first on the face and neck, and spreads to the chest, arms … inside the mouth. Symptoms can start as soon as 7 days after a person is infected with the measles virus. What if I … to others from 4 days before to 4 days after their rash first appears. If you have measles, you can help prevent …

Cryptosporidium infection

… and have no symptoms. Symptoms typically start 2 to 10 days after exposure to the parasite, with an average of 7 days. Symptoms usually last for 1 to 2 weeks in people who are otherwise healthy. In some cases, … Cryptosporidium may still be in your stools for several weeks and you can still infect others. How can …

Clostridium difficile C difficile

… found in feces. The spores can live outside your body for weeks or months. They may be found on items you touch such … regularly wash your hands with soap and water, especially after using the toilet and before you eat. Use an … reduce the number of bacteria. What are the treatments? The first step in treating a C. diff infection is to stop taking …

Indoor air quality Volatile organic compounds VOCs

… new furnishings and building materials for at least a few weeks before using. This will allow gases to be given off … by opening windows and doors in your home for a few weeks Buy only enough paints, cleaners and solvents that you … windows and doors. Continue to ventilate for several days after installation Ventilation: Make sure you get enough …

Q fever

… such as influenza. Symptoms that may appear in 2 to 3 weeks after infection include: Rapid onset of fever Chills and … sick feeling) In most cases, the illness lasts less than 2 weeks and does not need special medical treatment. However, …