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Facts about influenza the flu

… Influenza is an acute infection of the respiratory system caused by the influenza virus. Getting sick with influenza … and surfaces that people touch Promptly disposing of used tissues in the waste basket or garbage Cough and … Extreme tiredness A cough Children may also experience nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Although infections from other …

Tetanus diphtheria pertussis polio Tdap-IPV vaccine

… in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in a … 8 weeks of getting a tetanus vaccine, without another cause being identified, should not get the Tdap-IPV vaccine. … vaccines. There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have …

Iron and Your Health

… Why is iron important? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin (pronounced “hee-muh-glow-bin”). … such as long-distance runners may need more iron because of the intensity of their activity. If you think you …

Influenza flu immunization Myths and facts

… illness and even save lives. The influenza virus can cause serious illness and even death. The influenza vaccines … influenza vaccine is made of killed influenza viruses or parts of the viruses and is given by injection. The live attenuated …

Grade 9 immunizations in BC

… is meningococcal infection? Meningococcal infection is caused by bacteria. Meningococcal infection due to types A, C, Y and W is very rare in B.C. Although rare, it can cause serious and life-threatening infections. These include … drinks, cigarettes, lipstick, water bottles, mouth guards used for sports and mouthpieces of musical instruments. What …

Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well

… to offer new foods and include foods your child has refused in the past. Offer the same food in different ways For … smelling, tasting and looking at foods. Learning to use a spoon and fork takes time. Making a mess is also part … a bowl and wash vegetables and fruits. What if my child refuses to eat a meal? Do not make a different meal if your …

Beat the heat

… province. Too much heat can be harmful to your health and cause heat-related illnesses. Learn more about heat-related … be prevented. If you think you have a heat-related illness, use our Heat-related illnesses: Check your symptoms tool to … for free portable air conditioners for income qualified households and individuals. Extreme heat Extreme heat can put …

Allergy safe adult care facilities

… be expected to be completely free of the foods that cause allergic reactions, facilities should make efforts to … reduce the risk of accidental exposures to foods that cause allergic reactions among the residents in care Having a … to be taken seriously. It involves avoiding the food that causes allergic reactions and responding appropriately to an …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… common in older people. These difficulties can start because of normal aging, medications, dental problems or medical treatments like surgery. They can also start because of health conditions like dementia, Multiple Sclerosis … of the airway can be life-threatening. Aspiration can cause people to wheeze, have trouble breathing, or have a …

Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… Babies and young children are at high risk of choking because they: Have less practice controlling food in their … causing a more complete airway blockage. What are common causes of choking in children? Foods: Round foods such as … bones Hard candies Objects: Coins are the most common cause of choking in young children. It is not usually fatal …