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… by keeping in touch, sharing old traditions and creating new ones. Focus on and cultivate activities that have … groups, which can help you find resources or learn useful tips. What should I do if I see a crime or harmful …
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… resistant to soothing and can cry for hours but are still healthy. For more information visit www.dontshake.ca and … . For more tips and resources online, visit www.dontshake.ca or the …
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… other foods and surfaces. Botulism bacteria can multiply quickly in a moist, oxygen-free environment and create a …
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… enter the bloodstream and produce toxins (poisons). It can quickly affect several different organs including your liver, lungs and kidneys. Since TSS develops quickly, emergency medical help is needed as soon as … headache and muscle soreness. These symptoms will develop quickly and are severe. Other symptoms may include pain at …
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… contact with others Take your medicines as directed, eat healthy foods and get plenty of rest Wear a mask that covers …
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… Having a weakened immune system (e.g., chemotherapy, HIV) A healthy lifestyle, such as a good diet, getting enough sleep … anywhere in B.C. or 604-731-7803 in the Lower Mainland For tips on how to talk to your partner(s), visit the BC Centre …
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… number of days to become infectious. People are infected by eating contaminated food or water. The parasite is not … Cyclospora infection. These outbreaks have been linked to eating contaminated, imported fresh produce. High-risk foods … Wash fruits and vegetables as thoroughly as possible before eating them. However, washing may not eliminate the risk Be …
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… is important to dispose of a used condom, needle or syringe quickly and carefully. Always wear clean disposable gloves … preparing food and after handling uncooked foods Before eating or smoking Before breastfeeding Before and after …
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… foods sit for a long time at room temperature Be aware that eating the following foods will increase your risk of … other foods that are not cooked thoroughly Be aware that eating raw or undercooked sprouts can put you at risk of …
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… can have an STI and not have any symptoms. Finding and treating an STI reduces the chances of passing infections on … it with your health care provider or a counsellor. For tips on how to talk to your partner(s), visit the BC Centre …