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Maintenance and operation of onsite sewage systems

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese When are onsite sewage systems used? Any home or building … will provide this ‘as constructed’ drawing at installation time. All sewage systems need ongoing and proper operation … every 2 to 5 years, depending on the number of people using the system and the volume of daily sewage flow. …

Roseola

… has a fever and their temperature rises suddenly, sometimes higher than 39.5°C (103°F). The rapid rise in … in the neck. However, not all children have these symptoms. When should my child see a health care provider? You cannot … of fluid from the nose and throat of infected people when they talk, laugh, cough, or sneeze. It is not known how …

Molluscum contagiosum

… can produce unwanted side-effects and are only considered when cryotherapy and curettage do not work. If you have … sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, male and female condoms … at room temperature. A new condom should be used every time you have sex. Do not reuse condoms. Do not use 2 …

Tick bites and disease

… and wooded areas. They are easiest to spot on a person when they are feeding. Ticks burrow part way into the skin, … be under the skin, but the back parts will be sticking out. When they are full of blood, they are usually blue-grey in … and insect bites by following these tips when you spend time in an area where ticks may live: Walk on cleared trails …

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… not known to spread the virus. Hantavirus is mainly spread when deer mouse droppings, urine, saliva, or nesting … cases, it may be spread through small breaks in the skin when handling a wild mouse, or by mouse bites. You cannot … that may have mice. Campers and hikers can also be exposed when they use infested trail shelters or camp in other deer …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… is much less common, except for financial abuse or fraud. When might the abuse begin? Women are more likely than men … it will affect her significantly and for a long period of time On average, a woman tends to be smaller than a man, and …

Outdoor air quality Sulphur dioxide SO2

… pollution can get trapped in mountain valleys, especially when temperatures are cooler The amount of common air … gas. It has an odour like the smell of a struck match. When released into outdoor air, sulphur dioxide can react … levels of sulphur dioxide. What are the health concerns when sulphur dioxide levels are high outside? Short-term …

Clean-up after a flood

… can become heavily contaminated and can make people sick. When is it safe to return home? Do not return home until … clean up into clean areas. Remember to bathe or shower using soap and warm water after you have finished any … Open all windows to help with drying and apply heat using a furnace or stove if possible. Clean all surfaces …

Protecting your baby against hepatitis B at birth

… Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all the vaccines on time, your child can be … hepatitis B? Hepatitis B is a virus that attacks the liver. When babies get infected with hepatitis B, the virus is very … . How is a baby protected against hepatitis B at birth? When a mother is infected with hepatitis B, or at risk of …

Food safety in child care facilities

… Separate Germs from raw foods can spread to other foods when not handled properly. This is called cross … at room temperature at first. Place them in the fridge when steaming stops Leave food uncovered until it reaches … sprouts Honey for children under 1 year Don’t prepare foods when you are sick If you have any illness that can spread, …