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Yersiniosis

… is yersiniosis? Yersiniosis is an intestinal infection caused by bacteria called Yersinia . How is yersiniosis … spread to other foods when cutting boards or utensils are used to cut raw meat, especially pork. If these are not properly cleaned and sanitized after use, the bacteria can spread to other foods when using the …

Carbapenemase-producing organisms CPO

… infections. CPO are usually a low risk and rarely cause an infection in healthy people. If they spread from the … becomes infected. CPO infections are difficult to treat because of resistance to carbapenem antibiotics. Resistance to carbapenem antibiotics is a concern as they are used to treat serious infections when other antibiotics have …

Childhood vaccines What is in the vaccines and why

… cough) bacteria, and tetanus toxoid. Vaccines do not cause disease because the germs are either dead or weakened and the toxoids … the ingredients in vaccines. Antibiotics – Antibiotics are used in some vaccines to prevent bacterial contamination …

Travelling with children

… factor) or more Your child’s car seat. They may be able to use it on the plane if they have their own seat Can I travel … cool) water before serving to children. This includes water used to dilute (water down) juice or prepare infant formula. … I protect my children from malaria? Malaria is a disease caused by mosquito bites and tiny parasites that get into the …

Health advice for travellers

… head as little as possible. You may want to take an anti-nausea medication for the symptoms Wear loose clothing and … water. Ice made from purified or disinfected water may be used. Use bottled or boiled water for brushing teeth Make sure …

Lead in drinking water

… development, behaviour, size and hearing of developing fetuses, infants and young children. The health impact depends … can lead get into my drinking water? Lead was once commonly used in drinking water plumbing, including: bronze, copper and brass pipes, taps, fixtures, and solder (used for joining metal pipes). In 1989, the BC Plumbing Code …

Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… thing you can do to help stop the spread of germs that cause illnesses such as colds, the flu, diarrhea, or vomiting. … hands is the best way to stop the spread of germs. Viruses can live on hard surfaces for up to 2 days and on hands … your hands, you help clean them and remove the germs that cause illness. We pick up germs on our hands from touching …

Reye syndrome

… infection such as chickenpox or influenza. Reye syndrome causes swelling of the liver and brain, and can be fatal. How can I prevent reye syndrome? The use of acetylsalicylic acid (ASA or Aspirin®) has been … symptoms such as fever, headache and muscle aches. Instead, use acetaminophen. Examples of medications with …

Vancomycin-resistant enterococci VRE

… can be present in or on the body but usually do not cause illness. Occasionally enterococci can get into open wounds or skin ulcers, and cause infection. Less often, they can cause more serious infections of the blood, urinary tract or …

Salmonellosis

… is salmonellosis? Salmonellosis is a food borne infection caused by Salmonella bacteria. Symptoms include sudden stomach pain, diarrhea, fever, nausea and vomiting. Dehydration may be severe, especially … I prevent salmonellosis? Always wash your hands after you use the bathroom or change a diaper Some domestic animals …