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… getting the mumps vaccine after an exposure may not prevent you from becoming ill, it will protect you against … will be collected to make the diagnosis of mumps. How can I prevent spreading mumps to others? A person with mumps can … days after symptoms develop. If you have mumps you can help prevent spreading it to others by: Staying home from school, …
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… of your child developing early childhood cavities. How to prevent tooth decay? Practice good dental care Good dental … Can fluoride help stop tooth decay? The Canadian Dental and Medical Associations and the dental professionals of British Columbia recommend fluoride for preventing tooth decay for people of all ages. Fluoride is a …
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… the septic tank in the spring rather than in the fall. This prevents leaving solids in the tank during the cold winter … amount of sludge to renew bacterial activity How can I prevent problems with my sewage system? Onsite sewage … systems can be damaged in many of different ways. You can prevent most of the damage by following the advice below: …
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… Some new antibiotics may also be effective. How can you prevent VRE infections? There is no vaccine to protect you … visitors will need to follow hospital guidelines to prevent the spread of VRE. This will include washing hands …
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… hair accessories, hats, brushes and combs. How do I prevent the spread of head lice? The best way to prevent the spread of head lice is to encourage children to … it up or put it in a braid. Having head lice once does not prevent someone from getting them again. Regular checks for …
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… organs. It is curable. In British Columbia, medicines to prevent or cure TB are free through Provincial TB Services … to spread TB bacteria to other people. Home isolation helps prevent the spread of TB because you stay home and away from … a mask that covers your nose and mouth if you must go to medical appointments and when health care providers come to …
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… severe diarrhea, see your health care provider. How can I prevent yersiniosis? Always wash your hands properly after … the lowest shelf of the refrigerator in a covered bowl to prevent drips of raw meat juice contaminating other foods …
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… Proper food handling in child-care facilities can help prevent foodborne illness. How can I prevent foodborne illness? Clean Wash your hands with warm …
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… are providing a safe source of drinking water. How can I prevent illness from cyanobacteria? To prevent illness from cyanobacteria: Follow advice from your …
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… or clumsiness in physical activities How can I help to prevent eye injuries for my child? You can reduce the risk … Children should wear hats when playing in the sun to prevent sunburn and any harm to their eyes. Could my child …
