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Foodborne Botulism in British Columbia: A 30 Year History April 19, 2010 [PDF, 72 KB]
Poster describing foodborne botulism diagnosed in BC from 1977 to 2007

Infant Botulism April 19, 2010 [PDF, 1 MB]
Presentation describing botulism, specifically infant botulism

Norovirus and Other Gastrointestinal Disease Outbreaks in BC April 19, 2010 [PDF, 61 KB]
Poster describing norovirus and other gastrointestinal outbreaks in BC from 2001 to 2006.

Shellfish Safety for Harvesters June 26, 2009 [PDF, 125 KB]
Brochure that describes when, where and how to harvest shellfish safety, contact information for DFO to find out about beach closures, safe cooking, transport and storage of shellfish and types of illnesses caused by shellfish: ASP, PSP, hepatitis A, norovirus, and Vibrio parahaemolyticus.

Shellfish Safety for Restaurants June 26, 2009 [PDF, 112 KB]
Brochure for owners and operators of restaurants that describes requirements for purchasing shellfish from approved sources, keeping shellfish tags for one year, and safe storage, temperature control and cooking of shellfish.

Shellfish Safety Precautions Poster June 26, 2009 [PDF, 96 KB]
Describes safety precautions for beach harvesting, transporting and cooking shellfish.

Shellfish Advice for Consumers June 25, 2009 [PDF, 272 KB]
Describes how to purchase, store, transport and cook shellfish from a consumer safety perspective. Discusses shellfish harvesting and potential risks of consuming shellfish. Produced in collaboration with BC Shellfish Growers Association, Health Canada, CFIA and Regional Health Authorities.

Nutrition Tips for People Living with Hepatitis C June 8, 2003 [PDF, 369 KB]
Information pamphlet for people living with HCV

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Last Updated: April 21, 2009