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Unpasteurized fruitvegetable juices and ciders A potential health risk

… pasteurized and unpasteurized juice? Pasteurized juices have been heat treated to destroy pathogens (germs) and … systems (such as those with HIV or those being treated for cancer) These vulnerable groups should not drink unpasteurized juice. Schools, child and …

Sleep related infant death

… not use bumper pads or place pillows, heavy blankets, sheepskins or toys in the crib. Ensure the crib, cradle or … body and the cushions and leave them unable to breathe. Have a bassinet or crib ready, or someone else to take the … the car seat once you have reached your destination. Babies should not be left to sleep in a car seat, a stroller, baby …

Naloxone Treating opioid overdose

… are prescribed for pain relief and are safe when correctly used and in ways that are well understood and managed. What … Hospital emergency departments and ambulance attendants have used it for decades to reverse opioid overdose. Naloxone has no effect if you have not taken opioids. It will not get you “high” and does …

Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis

… liver that lasts for at least 6 months. The most common causes are hepatitis B virus, hepatitis C virus, fatty liver … damages your liver so it doesn’t work well. If you have cirrhosis or other complications, your nutrition needs … bean or lentil soup with whole grain crackers When you have the energy to cook, make more than you need. Put the …

Hand foot and mouth disease

… all these symptoms. It’s also possible to be infected and have no symptoms. What are the complications? Dehydration … encephalitis (swelling of the brain) are very rare. Peeling skin and loss of fingernails or toenails have also been … surfaces that many people touch regularly and shared toys should be cleaned with soap and water, and disinfected with …

Heat-related illness

… rises, heat is released through increased blood flow to the skin and increased sweating. This allows your body to cool … at increased risk for heat-related illness if they do not have access to a cool indoor environment. They include: … day. Ask your health care provider about how much water you should drink on hot days if you are on water pills or …

Toxoplasmosis

… who do get sick with a mild form of the illness usually have flu-like symptoms such as fever, sore throat, headache, … concerns about the quality of the water in their community should consult with their health care provider about whether … a weak immune system or have illnesses such as HIV/AIDS or cancer. … Toxoplasmosis …

Group A streptococcal infections

… is strep throat. Other types of common infections include skin and wound infections, ear and sinus infections, and … members of a person with a GAS infection or those who have direct contact with the mouth or nose secretions of an … information, see HealthLinkBC File #44b Chickenpox (varicella) vaccine If symptoms occur, get treated early and do …

Health advice for travellers

… Bring medication to help prevent and treat diarrhea Have a dental check-up Take an extra pair of glasses or … own fruits and vegetables. Do not eat the produce if the skin is broken or bruised Do not eat undercooked or raw … but they can reduce the risk Women who only use diaphragms should male partners to use condoms as well. Avoid engaging …

Urethritis

… and HealthLinkBC File #08l Chlamydia . To find out if you have urethritis, you should be examined by a health care provider and have lab … less effective at protecting against STIs transmitted by skin-to-skin contact, such as herpes simplex virus, genital …