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Lead in drinking water

… for total lead in drinking water, measured at the tap. You should make every effort to maintain lead levels in … size and hearing of developing fetuses, infants and young children. The health impact depends on many factors … adjust the qualities of water to reduce corrosion. Schools have been advised to sample water to ensure lead is at safe …

Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Wash your hands often to keep yourself and others healthy. Hand … We pick up germs on our hands from touching people or things around us. Raw foods, pets and many other objects in … spread of germs to others when washing: Each child should have their own labeled clean cloth to wipe their hands and …

Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease vCJD

… The disease also causes problems with movement and advances quickly to a vegetative state and death. It may take … 30 years of age. Since the discovery of vCJD in 1995, there have been more than 200 cases of vCJD reported worldwide. Most cases have occurred in the United Kingdom (UK). A few cases of …

Pertussis whooping cough

… bacteria (germs). People of any age can get pertussis. Young children who have not been immunized get sicker than older children and … seeing a health care provider, the following home treatment tips may help you to be more comfortable while you rest and …

Breastfeeding or chestfeeding

… and included. Human milk (breast milk) is the only food your baby needs for the first 6 months. When your baby starts solid foods, continue to offer human milk … It will also help your baby’s development. Remember to only have skin-to-skin contact when you’re wide awake and to …

Caffeinated energy drinks

… (energy drinks) are advertised as being able to boost your energy and make you feel more alert. Common brands include Red Bull® and … container, usually no bigger than 90mL. Energy shots can have up to 200mg of caffeine per container. The same …

Toxoplasmosis

… who do get sick with a mild form of the illness usually have flu-like symptoms such as fever, sore throat, headache, … ways for people to get toxoplasmosis include: Touching your hands to your mouth after cleaning a cat's litter box … fed raw meat are less likely to be infected. Here are some tips if you have a pet cat: Wash your hands after patting, …

Human papillomavirus HPV vaccines

… dose before they turn 26. The exception is for those that have been given the extension to June 30, 2024; that is … sexual orientation Males who are street-involved Contact your health care provider to get immunized. Unless mentioned … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency …

Pregnancy and folic acid folate Preventing neural tube defects

… Fortified foods, also called enriched foods, are foods that have specific nutrients added to them. Why is folate … for my health? Folate helps make healthy new cells. If you do not get enough folate, you could get anemia. People … form of folate proven to reduce the risk of NTDs. General tips: Always check the label to confirm the daily dose Read …

Swimmers itch

… If schistosome larvae are present in a body of water and you are in that water (swimming or wading) there is a chance … fresh waters and coastal beaches. Cases of swimmer’s itch have been reported across Canada, including in B.C., and the … dive into unknown waters. See HealthLinkBC File #39 Safety Tips for Swimmers or contact the Lifesaving Society at …