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Listeriosis

… caused by eating contaminated foods. A variety of foods can contain or become contaminated with Listeria , including … deli meats, produce, and seafood products (e.g., smoked or candied salmon). Listeria can grow in foods that are wet, … if they are at increased risk of serious illness. If you are at risk, how can you protect yourself? If you are …

Impetigo

… around the nose, mouth, and other parts of the face. It can also appear on any skin not covered by clothes, such as … severe pain, worsening redness, weakness and fever. If you or your child has these symptoms, discuss them with your … itching. In rare cases, the bacteria that cause impetigo can get into the bloodstream and cause kidney disease. How …

Shaken baby syndrome SBS

… they temporarily lose control and violently shake the baby. You will find useful resources and strategies below to … Traumatic Head Injury due to Child Maltreatment (THI-CM) in Canada & Abusive Head Trauma (AHT) in the USA. Why is … like to go for a car ride. Be sure your baby is safely secured in an infant car seat Sometimes these suggestions work …

Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

… Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat Last updated June 27, … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Heat and humidity can go up in the summer months, making it feel hotter … we would expect during a normal summer day. Extreme heat can be harmful to anyone's health, but infants (0-1 year) …

Norovirus

… symptoms? Within 1 to 2 days of being exposed to norovirus you may have the following symptoms: an upset stomach, … by swallowing tiny droplets from the air. The virus can also spread from surfaces like countertops or sink taps. The virus can survive for a long time on these surfaces if they are …

Q fever

… bacteria Coxiella burnetii causes Q fever. These bacteria can live for months and even years in dust or soil. What are … this disease are rare. They are more likely to happen if you are an older adult or have a weakened immune system. … like goats, sheep, cattle, cats, birds, dogs and ticks can carry the Q fever bacteria in their flesh and body …

Healthy eating guidelines for people taking warfarin anticoagulants Coumadin®

… Spanish Document Vietnamese Certain foods and beverages can affect how your warfarin works. This handout will help you to plan your … are rich in vitamin K. Some diseases and conditions can cause the blood to clot too much. When this happens, …

Pasteurized and raw milk

… microorganisms such as bacteria that make us sick. Raw milk can contain pathogens such as Campylobacter , E. coli … goats, buffalo, sheep and other dairy animals. By law in Canada, all milk sold to the public must be pasteurized and … legally added to milk. Vitamin A improves eyesight, helps you to see better at night or in dim light, and helps you to …

Rabies

… and nervous tissue, usually by a bite. In humans, rabies can be prevented by immunization soon after exposure. The … also act strangely. Bats are usually active at night. If you see bats during the day, they may not be normal. … at least 15 minutes. This greatly reduces the chance of any type of infection Seek medical care from your health care …

Group A streptococcal infections

… Group A Streptococcus bacteria, also known as GAS or strep, can infect anyone at any age. Infections generally result in … The most common GAS infection is strep throat. Other types of common infections include skin and wound … children, older adults, those with chickenpox, people with diabetes, chronic heart or lung disease, and people who are …