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… Domestic abuse while pregnant Last updated June 1, 2021 If your partner has threatened or used physical, verbal, emotional or sexual abuse in the … assault and other forms of abuse affect our health and can have long-term impacts on physical and mental well being. If …
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… winter. Its main symptom is a harsh, barking cough. Croup causes swelling and narrowing in the voice box, windpipe, and … during the day and get worse at night. Sometimes children have croup attacks that wake them up in the middle of the … during the day and get worse at night. Sometimes children have croup attacks that wake them up in the middle of the …
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… For questions not related to physical activity, please use the General Feedback tab.   indicates required fields … name: Your email (Please make sure the email address you have entered is accurate) Please select one of the …
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… June 1, 2021 Asthma is a long-term problem, but it doesn't have to limit you. Learning all you can about asthma is the … Overcoming obstacles to taking medicines Asthma: Overuse of quick-relief medicines Asthma: Peak expiratory flow …
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… activities. For wellbeing, mental health, and substance use supports across B.C., please visit … normal to experience emotional ups and downs. Infants also have mental health needs related to bonding and healthy … common. However, if you experience severe anxiety you may have feelings of helplessness, confusion, or extreme worry …
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… public health information in their communities. We have divided this section into topics with links to …
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… with his car and talks to fifth graders about why they shouldn't start using tobacco. The kids hear his message, … took while travelling through his body to his brain. "I used to think tobacco only affected my lungs and my lips. I … I blow it by taking a cigarette because of a craving, I'd have to start all over again. It was a big incentive to not …
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… baby (fetus) from harmful chemicals. Avoid pesticides, household cleaners, and paint. Fumes from these substances can … can also be passed by a pregnant woman to her baby. If you have concerns about lead exposure, talk to your doctor. A … can also be passed by a pregnant woman to her baby. If you have concerns about lead exposure, talk to your doctor. A …
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… please visit the Crown Publications website. If you have access to a computer, we encourage you to use the online version of this resource, as print copies are …
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… and “No, mine!” Other typical language milestones include: Asking for help using words or actions. At 18 months, say about 20 words (they do not have to be clear). Talking in a run-on flow of words while … to your toddler as often as possible -  reading is an excellent tool for nurturing language development. Here are …