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Toxoplasmosis

… may remain infectious in the environment for over a year. Indoor cats that have never hunted and are not fed raw …

Elementary school age children and their vision

… Vietnamese The majority of vision development occurs in the first few years of life. The older a child is at the time of … You can reduce the risk of eye injuries and increase eye safety for children. Teach children to play safely with toys …

Norovirus

… Norovirus outbreaks occur in B.C. communities every year. Outbreaks occur year round but are more common in the … when preparing the solution, not vice versa. Use B.C.’s FOODSAFE Chlorine Dilution Calculator tool to make up the proper … based on the concentration of your bleach product www.foodsafe.ca/dilution-calculator.html Caution: Mixing bleach with …

Campylobacter infection

… wells are not treated properly, drinking the water may be unsafe. This drinking water can be contaminated with human … food products you buy, and know how to prepare your food safely. Handle and prepare all raw poultry and meat as if … have a separate cutting board, cut all other ingredients first before cutting raw meats Wash and sanitize items that …

Tetanus diphtheria pertussis Tdap vaccine

… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Tdap … reactions after the Tdap vaccine? Vaccines are very safe. It is much safer to get the vaccine than to get one of the diseases. …

Spongy moth spraying

… from Europe, it has been found in Canada for over 100 years but has not been established in Western regions. The … established. While spongy moth populations are detected yearly in B.C., the insect has not become permanently … Island Health Video: “Spongy Moth Aerial Spraying: Is It Safe?” www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzTSmsxkJtc … Spongy moth …

Cryptosporidium infection

… Cryptosporidium infection in B.C. has decreased in recent years. How can I become infected with Cryptosporidium ? … untreated water, especially during international travel Use safe sex practices and avoid contact with feces during …

Burns and scalds in young children

… entering and turning on the hot water taps Place a fence or safety screen around fireplaces and other heaters to prevent … for your kids (e.g. grandparents, daycare staff, friends, babysitters) What do I do if my child is burned?* Remove any … one is available, call an ambulance. Always cool the burn first – before calling 9-1-1 or before driving your child to …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… in later life can affect a person's health, happiness and safety. Older adults can experience different kinds of harm … more likely than men to experience abuse in their younger years, which may continue into later life. The effects of … can be hard on a person's health. For older men, their first experience with abuse or neglect may occur in later …

A decision-making guide for patients diagnosed with cataracts

… a cataract? The lens of the eye is usually clear for many years of life. When cataracts develop the lens becomes … surgery Worse vision In summary Cataract surgery is common, safe, minimally painful and effective. No surgery is … Having cataract surgery can help increase your safety, self-confidence, and independence. Be sure to share …