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… one who has coronary artery disease, you may want to know what you can do to help. Your loved one might need a little help with daily … of the house to shop for food and may depend on others for what he or she eats. If you can, also ask neighbours and …
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… Overview Overview Check with your local water supplier to find out if your tap water is … U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (2009). Water on tap: What you need to know. Available online: … U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (2009). Water on tap: What you need to know. Available online: …
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… first year Last updated January 26, 2018 The first time your baby gets a cold, fever or upset stomach, it's normal … caused by an infection, illness or irritation. Your baby's stools will be watery and foul smelling. Diarrhea is serious … provider or Healthlink BC at 8 1 1 to get advice on what to do. Keep in mind that your baby’s temperature …
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… With planning and thoughtful choices, you can follow your meal plan for diabetes when you eat away from home, … you go out to eat, think about where you will eat and what you will select. It will be much easier to make healthy choices if you have already decided what you will order. Try not to arrive at the restaurant …
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… 12 months of life. Between 12 and 24 months of age, expect your child to gain about 1.5 kg (3 lb) to 2.5 kg (5 lb) , … competing feelings. Are aware that they may not always get what they want or that they may have to wait for it. Many … also start to see a relationship between how they act and what happens next. But they often act on impulse. They often …
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… you are getting the prescribed daily amount of sodium in your diet. Make a chart with 3 columns and as many rows you … column, record your meals. In the second column, record what you eat or and drink, and in the third, record the … column, record your meals. In the second column, record what you eat or and drink, and in the third, record the …
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… passes through the kidneys and leaves the body as urine or stool. The body needs water-soluble vitamins in frequent, … to get enough B12. Vitamins Water-soluble vitamins Vitamin What it does Where it's found Thiamine (vitamin B1) Part of … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… Safety outdoors in the cold for toddlers Last updated August 9, 2013 Playing outside during colder weather can be lots of fun, as long as you ensure your child is protected. General tips Here are some tips for … Useful resources Cold temperature exposure  Cold exposure: What increases your risk of injury? … Safety outdoors in the …
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… Injury prevention Last updated March 1, 2017 Being more physically active can help … to understand how to exercise safely so you don’t injure yourself. Here are some important tips to keep in mind: Wear … joints. Dress properly for the weather and pay attention to what your body is telling you. Do activities in …
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… Viral load is a measurement of how much HIV is present in your blood. A sample of blood is drawn and sent to a lab for … gives a more accurate picture than a CD4+ cell count of what the virus is doing in your body at the moment. (The … gives a more accurate picture than a CD4+ cell count of what the virus is doing in your body at the moment. (The …