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Living well with hepatitis B virus infection

… visit HealthLinkBC File #25a Hepatitis B vaccine . If you have been diagnosed with acute or chronic HBV infection, you … is safe for your baby if your nipples aren’t cracked or bleeding Do not share equipment used for snorting, smoking … to get tested for HBV. If they do not have the virus, they should receive the HBV vaccine Individuals who have tested …

Meal and snack ideas for your 1 to 3 year old child

… habits and meet their energy and nutrient needs. What foods should I offer my child? Give your child the same foods that … Safety Information for children ages 5 and under If you have questions about your child’s food intake, call 8-1-1 to …

Facts about chickenpox

… reduce the spread of chickenpox, children with the illness should not attend daycare or school until 5 days after the rash first appears or the blisters have crusted. It usually takes 2 to 3 weeks for a person to … or have not had chickenpox or shingles in the past should see a health care provider immediately if they are …

Chlamydia

… as the cervix, and the fallopian tubes. To find out if you have chlamydia, you need to see a health care provider and … from the vagina Pain or a burning feeling when urinating Abnormal vaginal bleeding or spotting between periods or after sexual …

Cyanobacteria blooms blue-green algae

… HealthLinkBC File #49b Disinfecting Drinking Water . Who should I contact to report cyanobacteria? If you are …

Burns and scalds in young children

… curious and mobile as they develop Infants and toddlers have thinner skin than adults (the top layer of a child’s … The hot water temperature at the taps in the bathroom should be set to 49°C to reduce the potential severity of a … when the child is bathing or in the kitchen; older children should not be relied on to supervise younger children Check …

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… illness. In the early stage of the disease, you may have the following symptoms: fever sore muscles headaches … not seen mice or their droppings before becoming ill. You should take precautions even if you do not see the deer mice … Dispose of them in sealed, double plastic garbage bags. You should check with local by-laws or authorities to find out …

Seniors falls can be prevented

… more someone falls, the more likely it is that they will have a severe fall leading to injuries. You can use the … brain healthy and improves mood Adults aged 65 and older should do at least 150 minutes (about 2 and a half hours) of … walking briskly and water aerobics Adults aged 65 and older should also do activities that strengthen major muscle …

Genital herpes

… 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex 2 (HSV-2). Most Canadians will have at least one type of HSV in their lifetime. While … As a result, many people may not be aware that they have the virus. How is it spread? Herpes is passed from … asymptomatic shedding), but this is less likely. Women who have an active outbreak in late pregnancy can pass the …

Newborn blood spot card screening

… about their health. A newborn baby can look healthy but have a rare and serious disorder that you and your doctor or … may not know about. Newborn screening finds babies who may have one of these rare disorders. Finding and treating these … babies born each year (1 out of every 750) who are found to have one of these disorders. What will my baby be screened …