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Carbapenemase-producing organisms CPO

… frequently; no special cleaning agents are required Cover open draining wounds using a clean bandage People who … an outpatient clinic or have frequent health care encounters such as dialysis, inform your health care provider …

Pinkeye conjunctivitis

… childhood illness. Pinkeye is an inflammation of the covering of the eyeball and the inside of the eyelid. It is … applying drops or ointment. Applying eye drops Follow these tips when applying eye drops: Before applying eye drops make …

Swimmers itch

… dive into unknown waters. See HealthLinkBC File #39 Safety Tips for Swimmers or contact the Lifesaving Society at …

Yellow fever vaccine

… to 8 weeks before you travel. Most travel vaccines are not covered by the provincial medical services plan (MSP), so … sudden onset of fever, chills, headache, backache, all-over muscle pain, nausea, and vomiting. In serious cases, …

Radon in homes and other dwellings

… affect my health and what is my risk? Exposure to radon over the long-term can cause lung cancer. About 16% of lung … is recommended). Because radon levels can vary greatly over a period of 24 hours, short-term tests (2 to 7 days) … with the detector. Once the test is completed (ideally over a period of 3 months to one year, including some winter …

Hepatitis B virus infection

… most adults will clear the virus within 6 months and recover completely. This is called an acute HBV infection. Less … virus on to your baby. This risk can be greatly reduced by giving your baby HBIg and the first dose of the hepatitis B …

Vaginal yeast infection

… vaginal yeast infection is a common infection caused by the overgrowth of yeast in the vagina. What causes vaginal yeast … about it with your health care provider or a counselor. For tips on how to talk to your partner(s), visit the BC Centre …

Pregnancy and folic acid folate Preventing neural tube defects

… form of folate proven to reduce the risk of NTDs. General tips: Always check the label to confirm the daily dose Read …

Arsenic in drinking water

… exposure to very high levels of arsenic in drinking water over days or weeks can lead to arsenic poisoning. Exposure … to even relatively low amounts of arsenic in drinking water over years or decades can increase your risk of developing … concentration of arsenic. There is no regulatory control over treatment devices for private homes. Owners must be …

Hearing loss in adults

… of hearing loss rises with age. About 65 percent of people over the age of 70 have hearing problems. People over the age of 60 should schedule routine hearing tests … If your hearing seems to deteriorate or drop rapidly (over the span of 1 to 3 days), you should seek emergency …