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Indoor air quality

… air quality is caused by indoor air pollution, especially when ventilation is limited. Knowing possible causes will … For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File #32 Asbestos: When should I worry? Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive …

Your childs development from birth to 3 years

… as a way of communicating needs Coos and gurgles happily when given attention Startles at noise and responds to sounds in time Stretches or moves arms and legs Lifts head when lying on tummy Holds head up to search for sounds and …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… are more common in older people. These difficulties can start because of normal aging, medications, dental problems … care team to be aware of any problems a person in care has when eating, drinking or taking medication. They must be … care team. A health practitioner will complete a care plan when a person is admitted. They will review it regularly …

Q fever

… make you sick. Bacteria can contaminate dust and infect you when inhaled. This is more likely when an infected animal gives birth or aborts their … to be around birthing products Separate indoor facilities should be set aside for animal birthing, where possible Keep …

Hearing loss in children

… milestones for my child’s age group? Birth to 3 months old Startles or cries at loud sounds Becomes quiet or smiles when spoken to Makes cooing sounds 4 to 6 months old Moves … around 12 months old 1 to 2 years old Points to body parts when asked Follows simple commands Says more words every …

Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products

… alternative tobacco and nicotine products are sold in B.C.? When people think of tobacco products, they usually think of … prescription medication and behavioural coaching. These should be considered before you try vaping. While vaping is … as an entire package of cigarettes. Users who inhale when smoking a cigar have higher health risks, including: …

Genital herpes

… their genitals). The chance of passing herpes is highest when there is an active outbreak (when sores or blisters, or warning symptoms are present). … or send you for a blood test. If the sores have already started to heal, a swab test may not pick up the virus. In …

Travel immunizations for adults

… good short-term protection. A second dose of vaccine should be given later for lifetime protection. A combined … contact. It can also be spread through saliva or spit when people share things like food and drinks. The vaccine … For a list of travel vaccines that you should consider when travelling to a particular country, visit the Public …

Asbestos in drinking water

… replaced with alternative pipes. Always take precautions when handling deteriorating pipes to protect your health … sources before it reaches drinking water system pipes. When asbestos-cement pipes deteriorate, some asbestos fibres … inhaling asbestos, see HealthLinkBC File #32 Asbestos: When should I worry? Health Canada and the World Health …

Health advice for travellers

… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Before you travel When planning your trip, think of ways to stay healthy while … around and stretch your legs to help improve circulation When you arrive at your destination, try to eat and sleep … but they can reduce the risk Women who only use diaphragms should male partners to use condoms as well. Avoid engaging …