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Cryptosporidium infection

… with Cryptosporidium ? Cryptosporidium can be spread by water, food, or fecal-oral transmission from an infected … fish and reptiles can carry Cryptosporidium . Contaminated water is a major source of the spread of cryptosporidiosis. … can become infected if you drink or accidentally swallow water while swimming. You can also become infected by eating …

Travellers diarrhea

… diarrhea? Traveller's diarrhea is frequent, loose, or watery bowel movements resulting from eating or drinking … The most common cause of traveller’s diarrhea is food or water contaminated with bacteria called enterotoxigenic E. … food preparation or hand-to-mouth contact. Untreated water that has become contaminated by sewage or animal …

Unpasteurized fruitvegetable juices and ciders A potential health risk

… chickens, cows and pigs) that contaminate fruits and water spread these germs to people when the fruit is unwashed, washed in contaminated water or the juice is not pasteurized before consumption. … For more information For more information about food safety, please visit the following: HealthLinkBC File #03 …

Yersiniosis

… You can get yersiniosis by eating food or drinking water contaminated with Yersinia bacteria. Outbreaks of yersiniosis have been linked to untreated water, contaminated pork and unpasteurized milk. Yersinia … Educate people who handle and prepare food about food safety Maintain a clean kitchen Protect foods from rodents …

Toilet learning

… their hands after using the toilet or potty with soap and water Be prepared to stop the learning process if needed and …

Young children and their vision

… if you notice any of these signs or symptoms: Red, itchy, watery eyes discharge Squinting or rubbing the eyes … You can reduce the risk of eye injuries and increase eye safety for children by doing the following: Do not allow …

Breastfeeding or chestfeeding

… It’s important to stay hydrated. Try to have a glass of water nearby when you breastfeed or chestfeed. Continue … 6 to 12 months old (#69h) Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers (#69i) Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69j) Vegetarian feeding guidelines for babies and …

Cyclospora infection cyclosporiasis

… Symptoms of Cyclospora infection include: Frequent watery (often explosive) diarrhea Abdominal cramps and … People are infected by eating contaminated food or water. The parasite is not spread directly from person to … following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #59a Food safety: Easy ways to make food safer HealthLinkBC File #85 …

Heat-related illness

… risk of heat-related illness include: Not drinking enough water during hot weather Increased body mass Poor physical fitness Certain medications such as diuretics or water pills and certain psychiatric medications Use of … Image Heat-related Series Heat-related illness (#35) Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat …

Indoor air quality Mould and other biological contaminants

… between inside and outside temperatures can cause water to condense on windows causing mould to grow on frames or sills. Water coming into the house from outside, from the roof or … mould yourself. Make sure you wear household rubber gloves, safety glasses or goggles and a KN-95 mask or better when …