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Pubic lice

… infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, male and female condoms help prevent … such as rings, studs, or piercings. Store condoms at room temperature. A new condom should be used every time you … or a counselor. For tips on how to talk to your partner(s), visit the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) Smart Sex …

Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… with the more common indoor mice. For more information visit HealthLinkBC File #36 Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome … or fruit on the counter), or burrows in the soil outside. When your house is quiet, it is also possible to hear … to travel, with the bait side of the trap toward the wall. When the rodents get used to feeding, set the traps. Make …

Human papillomavirus HPV infection and genital warts

… people who have an HPV infection clear it within 2 years. When it does not clear, cells infected with a cancer-causing … objects such as rings, studs or piercings Store condoms at room temperature Use a new condom every time you have sex. … a counsellor. For tips on how to talk to your partner(s), visit the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) Smart Sex …

Aerial spraying for native defoliators in BCs forests

… to reduce damage and protect trees from certain defoliators when they reach outbreak levels in our forests. Some of the … by stripping the needles and leaves from their host trees. When outbreaks occur, this extreme foliage loss from feeding … information on annual defoliator treatments by location, visit the FOR News webpage: …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… care team to be aware of any problems a person in care has when eating, drinking or taking medication. They must be … risk of choking and aspiration Is able to communicate with emergency workers Can easily access first aid supplies, … (IDDSI) at www.iddsi.org First aid and CPR training, visit St. John Ambulance at …

Quit or reduce vaping

… addictive, and results in withdrawal symptoms and cravings when users don’t have access to nicotine Cardiovascular … to lower amounts of toxic and cancer-causing chemicals when they vape. This does not mean vaping is completely safe … Free help to quit tobacco or vaping by phone or website. Visit www.quitnow.ca or call 1-877-455-2233. Translation …

Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time

… hormonal contraception prevent pregnancy? Pregnancy occurs when an egg is fertilized by sperm. The fertilized egg … For information about sexually transmitted infections, visit HealthLinkBC File #08o Preventing Sexually Transmitted … information about PharmaCare coverage for contraceptives, visit …

Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… surfaces for up to 2 days and on hands for up to 5 minutes. When you wash your hands, you help clean them and remove the … the chance of infecting yourself and others by knowing when to wash your hands. How should I properly wash my … and open the door when you leave if you are in a public restroom If soap and water are not available, use an …

Impetigo

… and often occurs in the summer. Impetigo is usually caused when bacteria enter the body through breaks in the skin, … blisters appear they often burst, and fluid seeps out. When the fluid dries, the blisters become coated with a … nasal discharge or skin-to-skin contact. For example, when someone touches the rash and then touches another …

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 … system serves your home, you will be notified if, and when, your water is safe to drink. If your water supply … clean-up work can continue, as asbestos poses little risk when it is undisturbed. For more information, see …