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… Vaccine Safety On this page: Overview Overview Vaccines are safe. Health Canada and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration … check all vaccines for safety. After a vaccine is approved, Health Canada, the FDA, the vaccine maker, and other …
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… Birth control Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview Birth … are many types of birth control available. Speak with your health care provider to help decide which type is right for … contraception and using other medications at the same time (HealthLinkBC File #91a) Barrier methods of birth control If …
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… Dental Care: 3 Years to 6 Years On this page: Overview … this is the age during which you can teach good dental health habits. Your child can learn how to brush his or her … Thumb-Sucking. Give your child nutritious foods to maintain healthy gums, develop strong teeth, and avoid tooth decay. …
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… Labour and birth Last updated January 28, 2025 Overview Everyone’s … can help you make informed choices when planning for the birth of your baby. Knowing more about what to expect can … medical interventions and more. Care after giving birth Tips to help manage some typical challenges that new …
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… Child Safety: Bathing On this page: Overview … the tub immediately after the bath. Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Current as of: March 1, 2023 …
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… Child Safety: Pets On this page: Overview Overview Keep pets in good health All pets, whether they are kept indoors or outside, … Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Current as of: March 2, 2023 …
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… Child Safety: Fires On this page: Overview … Burns and Electric Shock Child Safety: Preventing Burns Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Current as of: March 1, 2023 …
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… Writing your birth plan or birth wishes Last updated August 12, 2013 … write up a birth plan, also known as birth wishes, for healthcare providers and others to follow. Your body has … your body to labour and give birth with the support of your healthcare provider and support team.Your birth wishes …
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… Food Safety: Storing On this page: Overview … Age 12 and Older Foodborne Illness and Safe Food Handling Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Current as of: October 31, 2022 …
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… Common health concerns in babies' first year Last updated January … concerned about coughing or sneezing, check with your healthcare provider or call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1 . Don't … the counter medicines are not safe for children under six years old. Diarrhea Diarrhea is often caused by an …
