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Home canning - How to avoid botulism

… such as vegetables, meats and seafood. Your pressure canner should come with complete instructions. Always follow them … feet) above sea level, the pressure and cooking time will have to be adjusted because water boils at a lower … the manufacturer’s directions carefully for recommended testing and frequency procedures, to make sure your canner …

Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… cervix or rectum. Most of the time HPV infection does not have any symptoms, and will go away on its own without … these affect the genitals. Two types cause 70 per cent of cancers of the cervix, plus some less common cancers of the … time. For an accurate diagnosis, a health care provider should check all suspicious bumps and lesions. Cervical …

Residential hot tubs and pools Health and safety tips

… in the water gets used up. Before and after use, you should check the disinfectant level and add disinfectant if it is low. Then, test the disinfectant level before entering the water to … oils, resulting in the use of less disinfectant. If you have been vomiting, have diarrhea, an open wound, or any …

Urethritis

… infect the urethra. Sometimes infections of the bladder or prostate, or recent procedures that may involve the urethra … and HealthLinkBC File #08l Chlamydia . To find out if you have urethritis, you should be examined by a health care provider and have lab …

Living well with hepatitis C virus

… the symptoms of hepatitis C virus (HCV)? Most people who have HCV feel well, will have no symptoms and may not know … scarring of the liver (cirrhosis), liver failure or liver cancer in a small number of people. Is there a vaccine for … with HCV after being cured. If you have chronic HCV, you should see your health care provider regularly. During these …

Arsenic in drinking water

… supplies and wells. Drinking water containing arsenic can have serious short term and long-term health effects. How … or decades can increase your risk of developing certain cancers, including: Skin Lung Kidney Bladder Liver The risk … and select an appropriate treatment device. The device should be certified for the removal of arsenic. For a list …

Tick bites and disease

… blue-grey in colour. This is called an engorged ick. What should I do if I find a tick on my skin? If you find a tick … sure to check for ticks on your children and pets if they have been out in an area where ticks can live. When to see a … Ticks found on a British Columbia resident can be tested or identified by: Submitting a photo of the tick to …

West Nile virus

… infected with WNV will not get sick. A few people will have a mild to moderate illness that starts 3 to 14 days … can be a significant breeding source of mosquitoes and should be maintained regularly to prevent mosquito growth. … of infection from handling birds is very low; however, you should not use your bare hands to handle wild birds or other …

Rotavirus vaccine Rotarix®

… Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the rotavirus vaccine? The rotavirus vaccine is … than to get a rotavirus infection. Most babies do not have any reactions after they get the rotavirus vaccine. … a very rare risk of intussusception (a blockage of the intestine) has been seen in the week after the first dose of …

Roseola

… a fever seizure. Although a seizure can be very scary, it should only last a few minutes, and does not do any harm. Your child’s temperature should return to normal within 3 to 5 days. About 24 hours … upset, they usually eat and drink normally. Your child may have other symptoms such as a runny nose, diarrhea, …