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Cryptococcal disease C gattii

… the soil and releases spores in the air. Infection occurs when the spores are inhaled. Wild and domestic animals can sometimes get infected with C. gattii as well. The infection … any of these symptoms especially for long periods of time, talk to your health care provider. Your health care …

The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… burning or heating tobacco or vaping liquid. It’s produced when using combustible tobacco products and electronic vaping … condominiums and transit shelters On school property at any time Inside or within 6 meters of a doorway, window or air …

Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… iron-rich foods to your baby at around 6 months. This is when your baby’s iron supply starts to decrease. It’s also when your baby needs more than just human milk (breast milk) … and plant-based iron sources by offering them at the same time as: Meat, poultry, fish or shellfish Foods that are …

Diphtheria tetanus pertussis hepatitis B polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib vaccine

… third at 6 months. They should get this vaccine at the same time as other childhood immunizations. DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib … type b. These are serious and sometimes fatal diseases. When you get your child immunized, you help protect others … as lockjaw, is caused by bacteria mostly found in the soil. When the bacteria enter the skin through a cut or scrape, …

Seniors as emergency response volunteers

… also work long hours in difficult situations. At the same time, you may have more stress coping with your own personal … trauma, the loss of property and displacement. This is the time to keep track of your physical and mental health. Seek … your community. You may not be able to help others at such times. Some people choose to focus on their own or their …

Caffeinated energy drinks

… and often a combination of vitamins and minerals. Sometimes herbs and other substances are added. They come in a … foods regulations. The amounts are within safe levels when used according to the directions on the label. Caffeine … 200mg of caffeine per container. The same precautions for using energy drinks apply to energy shots. Most healthy …

Lunches to go

… child to eat more on some days than others. Know that sometimes food may come back uneaten from school. If this … the amount of food that comes home uneaten Plan ahead When you can, offer your child choices about the foods they … roasted veggies. Add extra moisture to sandwich fillings by using any of the following: mayonnaise, non-hydrogenated …

Travel immunizations for adults

… have not been vaccinated before or have not had a one-time booster against polio. For more information, visit … contact. It can also be spread through saliva or spit when people share things like food and drinks. The vaccine … For a list of travel vaccines that you should consider when travelling to a particular country, visit the Public …

Yellow fever vaccine

… Travel to affected areas should not begin before this time. One vaccination of yellow fever vaccine is enough to … or breastfeeding. Exceptions may be made during an outbreak when the risk of infection is high What is yellow fever? … yellowing of the skin and the eyes (jaundice) that occurs when the virus attacks the liver. For every 10 people who …

Well water testing

… on the day you test it. Well water quality can change over time. Weather, seasons, drought, floods or other events may … to drink. Chemical testing Chemical testing should be done when well construction is complete and continued annually. … you must treat your drinking water before drinking it, using it for food preparation, or brushing your teeth. For …