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… of milk has eliminated large outbreaks of milk borne disease in Canada. However, outbreaks arising from raw … as follows: Heat method: Immerse the containers in hot water (77°C / 171°F or hotter) for at least 2 minutes. … tablespoon) of household bleach into 4 litres (1 gallon) of water; or mix 5 mL (1 teaspoon) of household bleach into 1 …
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… type C. It can cause serious and life-threatening infections including meningitis, an infection of the lining … as kissing, or sharing food, drinks, cigarettes, lipstick, water bottles, and mouth guards used for sports or …
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… need it, eat well, and exercise regularly. Drink plenty of water before, during, and after you are active. This is very … the end of your pregnancy, you will have tests to look for infections that could harm your newborn. What changes can … or midwife Alcohol and drugs Tobacco smoke Sources of foodborne illness that may cause listeriosis or toxoplasmosis …
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… 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 08d Sexually Transmitted Infections Series Download PDF Document English Document … HSV. Symptoms may include one or more sores that look like water blisters, cuts or broken skin on the genitals … loose-fitting clothing and cotton underwear Soak in warm water baths Keep the infected area dry, e.g., use a blow …
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… age and adults. Complications of measles can include: Ear infections Diarrhea Pneumonia Encephalitis (1 in every 1,000 … or touch objects contaminated with the virus. The airborne spread of measles virus makes the disease very … while you rest and recover: Drink plenty of fluids such as water, juice and soup, especially if you have a fever Get …
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… blood donation is also tested for the presence of blood-borne viruses before being used to make HBIg. Several steps … present. There is an extremely small risk that some blood-borne infections could be passed on through the use of HBIg. …
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… the tick has been removed, clean the area with soap and water or an alcohol-based sanitizer. You may also put a … ointment on the area. Wash your hands with soap and water. You cannot remove a tick by burning it or covering it … for Disease Control Public Health Laboratory for tick-borne disease testing Kill the tick before disposing of it …
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… They can affect air quality, cause shortages of safe water and food, and cut off your access to electricity, gas, … spread through a community: Through the air. Through the water supply or through food. From human to human. From … may have been opened. Remember that most cases of foodborne illness (food poisoning) happen by accident. For more …
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… quality of life and health. It increases the chance of skin infections, and it can also be painful. Itching and … prevent new flare-ups. Allow your child to soak in bath water every day. Soaking for about 10 minutes is best. Use lukewarm water not hot water. Use mild soap and only on skin surfaces …
