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Tuberculosis TB

… affect other parts of the body like glands, bones, joints, kidneys, the brain and reproductive organs. TB is curable. In British Columbia, medicines to prevent or cure TB are free through Provincial TB Services … TB Infection treatment: Treatment of TB infection helps prevent the “sleeping” TB bacteria from “waking up” and …

E coli infection

… . It affects the digestive tract and, in serious cases, the kidneys. There are many strains of E. coli , and most are … cutting boards and counters that have touched raw meat to prevent E. coli from contaminating other foods. You can use … lots of fluids is important to replace lost fluids and prevent dehydration. Do not take anti-diarrhea medicine or …

Toxic shock syndrome

… several different organs including your liver, lungs and kidneys. Since TSS develops quickly, emergency medical help … tampons and menstrual cups do not cause TSS. Can TSS be prevented? TSS can be prevented by keeping all burns, wounds, scrapes and animal …

Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution

… and never idle a car inside a garage or near an open window Prevent and reduce PM pollution We can reduce the levels of … Disease Control: Wildfire Smoke www.bccdc.ca/health-info/prevention-public-health/wildfire-smoke Image … Particulate …

The benefits of immunizing your child

… his body on the left side. Nathan’s injury could have been prevented if he had received the chickenpox vaccine. To view … help protect all parts of your child’s body Vaccines help prevent diseases that can cause lifelong damage. For example, meningococcal disease can cause brain damage, kidney damage, deafness, and loss of limbs. About 1 in 10 …

Tuberculosis TB skin test

… affect other parts of the body like glands, bones, joints, kidneys, the brain and reproductive organs. TB is curable. In British Columbia, medicines to prevent or cure TB are free through Provincial TB Services … talk with your health care provider about the best ways to prevent disease. The TB germ may remain sleeping in your …

Yellow fever vaccine

… nose, mouth, and intestine. You may also have liver and kidney failure. Currently, there is no drug treatment for … rainforest monkeys and person to person. For information on preventing mosquito bites, see HealthLinkBC File #41f Malaria Prevention . Mature minor consent It is recommended that …

Meal and snack ideas for your 1 to 3 year old child

… toast Chickpea curry served with brown rice Chili made with kidney beans and lentils, served with corn bread Cooked tofu … your 1 to 3 year old child eat well HealthLinkBC File #110b Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child … to speak to a registered dietitian. Child Nutrition Series Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child …

Home isolation for Tuberculosis TB

… affect other parts of the body like glands, bones, joints, kidneys, the brain and reproductive 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 …

Sputum testing for Tuberculosis TB

… affect other parts of the body like glands, bones, joints, kidneys, the brain and reproductive organs. TB is curable. In British Columbia, you can get medicines to prevent or cure TB. The medicines are free through …