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Cyanobacteria blooms blue-green algae

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are cyanobacteria blooms? Cyanobacteria blooms are sometimes called blue-green algae. In fact, … of colours, including bright blue, red, brown and green. You can find cyanobactoria in all kinds of bodies of water …

Insect repellents and DEET

… a spray or liquid used to keep biting insects, such as mosquitoes, away from your skin and clothing. Some repellents are also helpful against ticks. Repellents work by …

Mercury spills in residential settings

… those found in some automobile headlights. These objects are safe as long as the mercury stays contained. They only … health risks if they break and the mercury spills. What are the health effects of exposure to elemental mercury? If … The level of toxicity depends on how much mercury vapour you inhale, and for how long. When you inhale large amounts …

Roseola

… children get roseola and recover without feeling sick. What are the symptoms? A child with roseola has a fever and their … should only last a few minutes, and does not do any harm. Your child’s temperature should return to normal within 3 to … have these symptoms. When should my child see a health care provider? You cannot be sure your child has roseola …

Amblyopia Wearing an Eye Patch

… poor vision in the weaker eye. For amblyopia to be treated, your child must use the weak eye. This will force the eye to … wrong. A child with amblyopia may not even know that they are using only one eye. Give comfort and support. Other … make the treatment successful. Try to have some fun Here are some things you can do to make the times your child is …

Diabetes in Children Treating Low Blood Sugar

… in Children: Treating Low Blood Sugar Actionset Overview If your child takes insulin or certain diabetes pills that … notices them. How do you deal with low blood sugar? Be prepared Being prepared can help your child avoid a low blood sugar emergency. …

Tetanus and diphtheria Td vaccine

… is approved by Health Canada and is provided free. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. In early childhood, … such as pertussis (whooping cough) and polio. These are given as a series of doses. Most children receive these …

Meningococcal quadrivalent vaccines

… in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What are meningococcal quadrivalent vaccines? Meningococcal … meningococcal bacteria: types A, C, Y and W. The vaccines are either polysaccharide or conjugate vaccines. The … people may need additional doses of the vaccine. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need more doses …

Pinkeye conjunctivitis

… HealthLinkBC File is about pinkeye from an infection. What are the symptoms? Pinkeye usually makes the whites of the … discharge can make the eyelids sticky, especially when you sleep. A cloth dipped in warm water and applied gently to the affected area will help remove any crusty discharge. Is pinkeye …

Spongy moth spraying

… be unintentionally transported over long distances if items are moved. Where is the spongy moth found? You can find the spongy moth in many parts of southern B.C. … from becoming established. While spongy moth populations are detected yearly in B.C., the insect has not become …