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… Campylobacter infection Last updated August 1, 2020 HealthLink BC File number 58 Download … with the food products you buy, and know how to prepare your food safely. Handle and prepare all raw poultry and … Soak for at least 2 minutes to kill any bacteria More ways to reduce the risk of infection: Wash your hands with …
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… virus (HBV). What are the symptoms? After the virus enters your body, it may take weeks to months to develop symptoms … infection? There are very few new HBV infections each year due to B.C.’s routine infant, school-age and high-risk adult … include straws, pipes, spoons, cookers and needles During pregnancy to a baby before or during delivery HBV is not …
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… Infections For People with Weakened Immune Systems Last updated January 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 56 Download … to take extra precautions with their drinking water. Ask your doctor or nurse practioner how weak your immune system … very weak immune system, check with the bottling company to find out what treatment, if any, it has had. Bottled water …
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… disease? Infection occurs when you breathe TB bacteria into your lungs and your body's defences stop the bacteria from … disease, cancer, diabetes or have a weak immune system due to medication. What are the symptoms of the disease? … or doctor’s office. Contact your local health unit to find out where you can get a TST in your area. Visit …
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… Childhood vaccines are safe Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 50c Child … Spanish Document Vietnamese Document Tigrinya Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to …
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… Lunches to go Last updated August 30, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 69f Child … Spanish Document Vietnamese Lunch is an important part of your child’s day. Eating a variety of nutritious foods while at school helps your child get the energy and nutrients they need to: Learn …
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… Vegetarian feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers Last updated September 25, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 69k Child … babies are ready to start solid foods around 6 months old. Your child can eat many of the same foods enjoyed by the … snack ideas, see: Canada’s Food Guide Kitchen . Here you’ll find vegetarian recipes for toddlers 2 years of age and …
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… Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers Last updated September 23, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 69j Child … babies are ready to start solid foods around 6 months old. Your baby can eat many of the same foods enjoyed by the rest … snack ideas, see: Canada’s Food Guide Kitchen. Here you’ll find vegetarian recipes for toddlers 2 years of age and …
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… Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products Last updated March 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 30b Download … and are highly addictive. The best thing you can do for your health is to avoid tobacco and nicotine use altogether. … products, you should avoid the use of nicotine pouches due to the potential for addiction. In Canada, nicotine …
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… vaginal fluid Sharing sex toys Syphilis can also spread to your baby during pregnancy or birth. This is known as congenital syphilis … They can help determine if you need STI screening. To find the nearest testing clinic in B.C. or get tested …
