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Allergy safe child care facilities

… free of the foods that cause allergic reactions, they should make efforts to create and maintain a safe … give a second dose of epinephrine as soon as 5 minutes after the first dose Ensure the child gets to a hospital The above section has been adapted from: Anaphylaxis in Schools and …

Tick bites and disease

… blue-grey in colour. This is called an engorged ick. What should I do if I find a tick on my skin? If you find a tick … dozens of Lyme disease cases have been identified in the past 15 years. Many people with Lyme disease have not … If you have the following symptoms within days or weeks after being bitten by a tick, report them to your health …

Home canning - How to avoid botulism

… such as vegetables, meats and seafood. Your pressure canner should come with complete instructions. Always follow them … re-use the lids. A perfect fit can no longer be guaranteed after a lid has been pried off once. The jars can be used … Use separate cutting boards for produce, and raw meat, poultry, fish and seafood. Sanitize all work surfaces before and …

Rabies

… In humans, rabies can be prevented by immunization soon after exposure. The virus can infect any mammal. In B.C., … stress, hunger and becoming accustomed to humans. What should I do if I have been exposed to rabies? If a bat or … to help If no one is available to capture the bat, you may try to capture the bat without touching it so it can be …

Sun safety for children

… skin cancer. How can I protect my child from sun exposure? Try to keep toddlers and children out of the sun during the … on the package and reapply every couple of hours, after swimming, or following active play time. Swimmers and those who sweat heavily should use a waterproof lotion. For children wearing bathing …

Facts about influenza the flu

… risk. Healthy pregnant women in the second half of their pregnancy are at much greater risk of hospitalization … can spread the virus from about 1 day before to 5 days after symptoms start. Young children may be able to spread … ) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin ® ) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to …

Travelling with children

… or travel clinic staff for advice before travelling. What should I bring? Insect repellant containing DEET or Icaridin … of the measles-containing vaccine must be administered after the child is 12 months old. This ensures long-lasting … with screened windows, or under bed nets, when available. Try to use mosquito netting over infant carriers. If you are …

Young children and their vision

… How developed is my child’s vision? Babies can see at birth, but they have to learn to use their eyes. They have … for all children to have a full eye exam by kindergarten entry, to ensure any vision issues are addressed during this important time of visual development. Should vision problems be corrected at an early age? Yes, …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… with abuse or neglect may occur in later life. It may begin after the man has developed a disabling condition and relies … own, and they may have little family support. If you are trying to help an older person who experiences abuse or … to older adults not seeking the help they need. What should I do if I see a crime of harmful situation? Call the …

Living well with hepatitis C virus

… with HCV after being cured. If you have chronic HCV, you should see your health care provider regularly. During these … the virus through other bodily fluids, such as semen or vaginal fluids, HCV is more likely to spread if blood is … further damage to your liver. If you do drink alcohol, try to reduce the amount that you drink Avoid drug use and …