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Living well with hepatitis C virus

… people may have a brief illness with symptoms appearing around 6 weeks after they have been infected with the virus. … that you drink Avoid drug use and smoking Only use prescribed over-the-counter medications, or other herbal or …

Grade 9 immunizations in BC

… contact. It may spread through saliva by kissing, or sharing of food, drinks, cigarettes, lipstick, water … of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns, speak with your health care provider. Mature minor …

Measles mumps rubella and varicella MMRV vaccine

… about 1 in 1,000, is much higher than from the vaccine. The risks of serious reactions following MMRV vaccine have not … of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care provider. What are … through contact with an infected person’s saliva when sharing food, drinks, cigarettes, or by kissing. Varicella …

Chickenpox varicella vaccine

… of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care provider. What is … through contact with an infected person's saliva such as by sharing food, drinks or cigarettes, or by kissing. It also …

Allergy safe child care facilities

… to respond right away. Do not wait. Give the prescribed medication called epinephrine (eh-puh-NEH-fren) right …

Well water testing

… problem. Using the wrong device may create new health concerns. The final selection and costs of treatment devices …

Facts about chickenpox

… chickenpox, you should rest but you do not need to stay in bed. The most helpful things you can do are those that make …

Hepatitis B virus infection

… of virus. Transmission can occur through the following: Sharing items that may have blood on them such as a … or razor Sexual contact with someone who is living with HBV Sharing equipment for drug snorting, smoking or injection … or holding hands Using the same dishes or cutlery or sharing meals with someone with HBV infection Coughing or …

Heat-related illness

… their homes and people with emotional or mental health concerns whose judgment may be impaired Never leave …

Asbestos When should I worry

… older homes and buildings. You may find asbestos wrapped around older hot water pipes and water boilers, or used to … in your home. It could be in the insulation wrapped around your furnace ducts or pipes. It could also be in your … are released in the air. Asbestos fibers that are undisturbed and kept away from the interior environment of a home or …