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Allergy safe adult care facilities

… Vietnamese What is an allergy safe adult care facility? Food allergy affects about 3 to 4 adults out of every 100. … facilities cannot be expected to be completely free of the foods that cause allergic reactions, facilities should make … to create and maintain a safe environment for adults with food allergy. Creating an allergy safe facility involves: …

Campylobacter infection

… dogs, cats and humans. When animals are slaughtered for food, bacteria from an animal’s intestines may contaminate … include undercooked poultry and meats, unpasteurized milk, food and water contaminated with fecal material, and animals including pets and farm animals. During food preparation, contaminated foods can transmit bacteria …

Role of Pets in Human Disease

… with bacteria, parasites, fungi and viruses from spoiled food, other infected animals, the environment or infected … by coming into contact with their feces, urine, saliva or food. While disease does not happen very often, and is … eat. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #59a Food Safety: Easy Ways to Make Food Safer Do not let your pet eat …

Travellers diarrhea

… movements resulting from eating or drinking contaminated foods or liquids. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, … to 4 days. The most common cause of traveller’s diarrhea is food or water contaminated with bacteria called … hands after can pass the bacteria on to others through food preparation or hand-to-mouth contact. Untreated water …

The benefits of immunizing your child

… at a doctor’s office Community centre, concert or event Summer camp A bus or an airplane Countries outside of Canada …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… siding, wallboard and wires. They eat a variety of foods, including food you might have stored in your cupboards or pantry. If you eat food that has been contaminated by rodents, you may get a …

Petting zoo and open farm visits

… by coming into contact with their feces, urine, saliva or food. Animal feces or manure can get onto its hair or fur, … kiss or snuggle the animals Let your child eat the animals' food Share human food with animals When you and your child … or public health unit to get more information on health and safety. Ask questions such as: Are hand washing facilities …

Safe sleeping for babies

… or toys. Ensure the crib, cradle or bassinet meets Canadian safety regulations. For more information about Canadian safety regulations and to check for product recalls, visit Health Canada: Product safety – Consumer products and cosmetics at …

Sleep related infant death

… crib. Ensure the crib, cradle or bassinet meets Canadian safety regulations. For more information about Canadian safety regulations and to check for product recalls, visit Health Canada - Consumer Product Safety at …

Childhood vaccines What is in the vaccines and why

… aluminum in the environment. Aluminum is found in the air, food and water. It is even in breast milk and infant …