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Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… (90 degrees) to the walls where the rodents are known to travel, with the bait side of the trap toward the wall. When … Wash your hands with soap and water after removing gloves. During clean-up, make sure to wear an appropriate, …

Harm reduction for families caregivers and friends of people who use substances

… shame-free approaches and services. Examples are: Access to safer substance use supplies Take home naloxone Drug … example offer new harm reduction equipment like needles and safe disposal, carry a take home naloxone kit, share and … Files #30c Quitting smoking HealthLinkBC Files #38d Pregnancy and alcohol use HealthLinkBC File #97 Contact with …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… sides) Fever (greater than 38℃ /100.4℉) Pain deep inside during vaginal sex Abnormal vaginal bleeding or spotting … (infertility) Increased chance of an ectopic or tubal pregnancy - where a fertilized egg attaches to the fallopian … of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, external …

Trichomoniasis

… of the genitals Pain or a burning feeling when urinating or during sex For men symptoms can include: Unusual fluid from … of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, external … are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Lambskin and sheepskin condoms can help …

Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… spread? HPV spreads by skin-to-skin contact. This can be during oral, vaginal or anal sex, or during any other sexual … of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, external … are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Lambskin and sheepskin condoms can help …

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 … to placing them in the water; it should not feel hot Use a travel mug with a screw-on-lid for hot drinks Keep appliance … older children that the kitchen is a NO PLAY ZONE Share safety tips with those who are caring for your kids (e.g. …

Molluscum contagiosum

… through sexual contact. If the virus is transmitted during sex, the bumps are usually found on the abdomen, … of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, male and … are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Animal skin condoms can help prevent …

Wildfire Its effects on drinking water quality

… trees, soil and vegetation, water quality may decline. During a wildfire, it's important that you have access to enough reliable and safe drinking water. Wildfire smoke can have a harmful … of these are human health concerns. To make sure water is safe, drinking water from sources where fire retardant …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… and any other caregivers also contribute to the health and safety of persons in care. What is a care plan? Care plans … the care plan to make sure that the person in care is safe and comfortable. Care plans include information about … times with one bite of food Have teary eyes or a runny nose during or after swallowing Have food or liquids coming out …

Pertussis whooping cough

… immunized in childhood but is not provided for free in B.C. During an outbreak of pertussis, the vaccine may be provided … can also put you at risk. Pertussis can be spread to others during the early stages of the infection when symptoms are … 1 year of age and pregnant women in the last 3 months of pregnancy, as well as all of their household and daycare …