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Hearing loss in children

… Spanish Document Vietnamese Hearing is important for your child’s social and emotional growth. The ability to hear well also supports your child as they learn to talk and eventually to read and … clinic or your family health care provider to find out more about making a referral. See your health care provider right …

Yersiniosis

… If you have severe cramps or severe diarrhea, see your health care provider. How can I prevent yersiniosis? Always wash your hands properly after you use the washroom, and before … milk products Educate people who handle and prepare food about food safety Maintain a clean kitchen Protect foods …

Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure

… is pushing too hard against artery walls. This can damage your arteries over time and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. Another term for high … gain. Call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered dietitian about your healthy eating goals. Your weight is not just a …

Scabies

… Because itchiness and skin rashes have many causes, only your health care provider can confirm if you have scabies. … Scabies will not go away without treatment. Speak with your health care provider before you begin treatment. … vacuum and clean clothes and bedding. Talk to your partners about safer sex, since condoms might not stop scabies from …

Burns and scalds in young children

… should not be relied on to supervise younger children Check your child’s bath water with your elbow prior to placing them in the water; it should not … over the next 3 days, seek medical attention If the burn is about the size of 7 of your child’s handprints, or bigger, …

Salmonellosis

… on them. How do I prevent salmonellosis? Always wash your hands after you use the bathroom or change a diaper … snakes and iguanas, can carry Salmonella bacteria. Wash your hands well after handling these animals or pets and … a risk Educate food handlers and persons who prepare food about the importance of the following food safety practices: …

Pinkeye conjunctivitis

… the information provided in this HealthLinkBC File is about pinkeye from an infection. What are the symptoms? … Sometimes pinkeye can be a more serious infection. Visit your health care provider if symptoms of pinkeye get worse. Your health care provider will know if anything is wrong and …

Toxic shock syndrome

… It can quickly affect several different organs including your liver, lungs and kidneys. Since TSS develops quickly, … 30 per cent of people. They are also found in the vagina of about 10 to 20 per cent of women. These bacteria are usually … in TSS. SA makes several toxins and when the toxins enter your bloodstream you can have a severe reaction causing TSS. …

Numbing Creams and Patches for Immunizations

… children for routine immunizations. If you have questions about where your child's immunizations will be given, talk to your immunization provider prior to your visit. For a full …

Maintenance and operation of onsite sewage systems

… of all parts of the sewage system. This way you and your maintenance provider can find information based on the … to graze on the dispersal area If you have questions about how sewage systems work or about local requirements, contact your regional health …