5451 results found
Health topics
… Preventing Poisoning in Young Children On this page: … could swallow, inhale, or eat these toxic substances or get them on his or her skin. Young children have the highest … bedside table and other cupboards that are lower than your shoulder height. Keep products in their original labelled …
Health topics
… Child Safety: Preventing Burns On this page: Overview … Fireworks injure children each summer. Children can also get burns from using and being around firecrackers and … Fireworks injure children each summer. Children can also get burns from using and being around firecrackers and …
Medications
… Varicella Virus Vaccine (Chickenpox) - Injection On this page: Uses How To … produce immunity (protection) that will prevent you from getting chickenpox, or will lessen the seriousness of the … If you develop a rash after getting the vaccine, you should avoid being in the same room with people with immune …
Health topics
… Chickenpox: Preventing Skin Infections On this page: Overview Related … lead to toxic shock syndrome . Here are some tips to help prevent skin infections. Clean and closely trim your child's … wear mittens or clean cotton socks on his or her hands to prevent scratching. Or use light bandages over open …
Health topics
… Heatstroke Prevention: Acclimating to the Heat On this page: Overview … & H. Michael O'Connor MD - Emergency Medicine … Heatstroke Prevention Acclimating to the Heat …
Medications
… Influenza Virus Vaccine Live - Nasal On this page: Uses How To Use Side … produce immunity (protection) that will prevent you from getting the flu or lessen the seriousness of the infection. … vaccination of a child aged 2 through 8 years, the child should receive a second dose (usually at least 1 month after …
Medications
… Covid-19 Vaccine (Novavax) - Injection On this page: Uses How To Use … this vaccine for use in people 12 years and older. You can get more information from your health care professional via … that you get each vaccination as scheduled. Ask when you should get each dose, and make a note on your calendar. If …
Medications
… Covid-19 Vaccine (Moderna) - Injection On this page: Uses How To Use … coronavirus disease, also known as COVID-19. You can get more information from your health care professional via … that you get each vaccination as scheduled. Ask when you should get each dose, and make a note on your calendar. If …
Medications
… Covid-19 Vaccine (Astrazeneca) - Injection On this page: Uses How To … this vaccine. If you notice any of the following symptoms, get medical help right away: sudden swelling of the … that you get each vaccination as scheduled. Ask when you should get each dose, and make a note on your calendar. If …
HealthLinkBC files
… Asbestos: When should I worry? Last updated February 1, 2024 HealthLink BC … older hot water pipes and water boilers, or used to tape together sections of heating ducts. You may also find asbestos … be harmful to your health. It could increase your risk of getting a variety of diseases such as: Asbestosis (scarring … … Asbestos When should I worry …
