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The Infants Act mature minor consent and immunization

… A child who is assessed by a health care provider as being capable to give consent is called a "mature minor". A …

Unpasteurized fruitvegetable juices and ciders A potential health risk

… weakened immune systems (such as those with HIV or those being treated for cancer) These vulnerable groups should not …

Sun safety for children

… child are out in the sun. Use a lip balm with SPF 30 as well. Make sure to use products approved by the Canadian … baby get dehydrated or overheated. Make sure your baby is well hydrated in hot weather by offering breastmilk or … UVA and UVB protection. When buying sunglasses, see how well they cover the eyes. Large lenses, glasses that fit …

Giardia infection

… that other swimmers do not become infected. Wash your hands well with soap and water after using the toilet and before … as advised by your local health authority. Wash your hands well and often to help lessen the chance of spreading the … water from springs, streams, rivers, lakes, ponds, shallow wells or ground water at risk of containing pathogens. It …

A decision-making guide for patients diagnosed with cataracts

… filmy, foggy, cloudy, fuzzy or hazy vision Headlights being too bright at night Problems with glare in the sun …

Pregnancy and alcohol use

… with FASD is unique and has areas of strengths as well as challenges in these areas. For more information on … else can I do to make sure I have a healthy pregnancy? As well as not drinking alcohol, there are other steps you can … various ways: Communicate Show that you care about them as well as the baby Encourage sharing of feelings Be sincere, …

E coli infection

… found in other foods including fruits and vegetables, as well as in unpasteurized milk products, juice, cider and … before you start to cook it. Ensure it is wrapped well and kept away from other foods. Do not try cooking … water from a spring, stream, river, lake, pond or shallow well. Assume it is contaminated with animal feces Avoid …

Manganese in drinking water

… of manganese is to test your water. The water supplier or well owner is responsible for testing for potential … . For more information about private well water testing, see HealthLinkBC File #05b Well Water Testing . What should I do if there is manganese …

Listeriosis

… food handling practices: Cook raw foods of animal origin well (e.g., meat, seafood, poultry and eggs) to at least … prepared foods Avoid unpasteurized (raw) milk and juice as well as cheese made from unpasteurized milk Wash hands, …

Pubic lice

… person-to-person contact with someone who has pubic lice as well as avoid sharing their clothes or towels. What are the … may also become infected, causing irritation and painful swelling. Bites from the lice can cause a rash or small … provider. Your sexual partner will need to be treated as well. Other people living in your home do not need treatment …