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British Columbia Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC)

Ministry of Environment (MOE Regions)

Provincial Wildlife Veterinarian
(250) 953-4285

BC Nurseline & BC Health Guide
Local calling within Greater Vancouver: (604) 215-4700
Toll-free elsewhere within B.C. 1-866-215-4700
BCHealthGuide OnLine at: http://www.bchealthguide.org

Public Health Units
http://www.moh.hnet.bc.ca/socsec/index.html

Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)

Manual of Common Diseases and Parasites of Wildlife in Northern British Columbia
http://www.unbc.ca/nlui/wildlife_diseases_bc/index.htm

A note on filter masks:
Appropriate well-fitting masks for respiratory (breathing) protection against airborne bacteria and viruses include:
 
1)
NIOSH-approved 100 series filters - N100, P100, R100 (formerly called HEPA filters) Wear Mask
  2) Respirator with P100 cartridges
  3) N95 mask
   
Note: dust masks for insulating or painting DO NOT protect against most airborne bacteria and viruses
Appropriate filter masks can be bought at most safety supply stores and some hardware & home building outlets
For more information on special precautions and proper use, see your local public health unit or Workers Compensation Board (http://www.worksafebc.com)
 
 
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