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Tick bites and disease

… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are ticks? Ticks are tiny bugs, about the size of a sesame seed, … some mouth parts behind, which can cause an infection. How to remove a tick yourself If you can remove the tick … disposed of in your household garbage once dead. How do I avoid getting bitten by a tick? You can help protect …

Home canning - How to avoid botulism

… Home canning - How to avoid botulism Last updated February 28, 2023 HealthLink BC … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is botulism and how is it caused? Botulism is a serious form of food …

How to take a temperature Children and adults

… How to take a temperature: Children and adults Last updated … with cool, soapy water and rinse off before and after use. How should I take a child’s temperature? From birth to age … in place for about 1 minute, until you hear the “beep” Remove the thermometer and read the temperature Oral method …

Health Risks in the Wilderness

… use well-marked trails when hiking and stay on them to avoid getting lost. How can I prepare for the wilderness? Whether your activity … if left untreated. How can I protect myself from fleas, ticks and other insects? Fleas and ticks are tiny insects …

Insect repellents and DEET

… skin and clothing. Some repellents are also helpful against ticks. Repellents work by discouraging insects from landing … to pregnant or breastfeeding mothers, or their children. However, pregnant or breastfeeding women may wish to … be applied to the face and hands. Prolonged use should be avoided Children 2 to 12 years of age . Use an insect …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… visit HealthLinkBC File #36 Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome .Ticks and fleas carried by rodents can also spread diseases. … in attics, under foundations, or even chewing material. How can I get rid of rodents? Rats and mice have babies … can also be used. Pour mixture carefully onto the area to avoid disturbing any virus present - do not use a sprayer. …

Q fever

… of Q fever? About half the people who get Q fever will not show any signs of the illness. Most of the time, Q fever is … than 2 weeks and does not need special medical treatment. However, some people may develop pneumonia, liver infection, … Animals like goats, sheep, cattle, cats, birds, dogs and ticks can carry the Q fever bacteria in their flesh and body …

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… There is no specific treatment, medication or cure however, many of the symptoms and complications of HPS can … The best ways to prevent infection from hantavirus is to avoid contact with deer mice, their droppings, urine, or … safely. Follow the instructions below on how to prevent and remove mice from your home, and to safely clean areas where …

Lead paint and hazards

… Document Vietnamese Medical and scientific research shows that absorption of even very low levels of lead into … officer for more information. Should lead-based paint be removed? Sometimes leaving lead-based paint alone is safer … women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant should avoid exposure to lead. If there is a chance your home will …

Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… minutes. When you wash your hands, you help clean them and remove the germs that cause illness. We pick up germs on our … is a common way to get germs on your hands. You cannot avoid contacting germs, but you can reduce the chance of … yourself and others by knowing when to wash your hands. How should I properly wash my hands? To properly wash your …