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… Health Risks in the Wilderness Last updated July 1, 2023 … you should be aware of certain health risks. Prepare for the activity you are doing and where you are going. … pants especially at dawn or dusk when mosquitoes are most active. If you have any concerns about an insect bite, …
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… Health advice for travellers Last updated September 30, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 41a Travel Series Download PDF … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Before you travel When planning your trip, think of ways to …
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… Iron and Your Health Last updated November 1, 2020 HealthLink BC File … and getting sick more easily. Babies and children need iron for healthy growth and development, including brain … N/A 9 mg mg = milligrams *The recommended amount of iron for females at this age who menstruate is about 11mg per …
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… Vitamin D and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … vitamin D? Vitamin D helps your body absorb and use calcium for strong bones and teeth. vitamin D also helps muscles, … include the total intake from food and supplements. Age Aim for Stay below 0-6 months 400IU (10µg) 1000IU (25µg) 6-12 …
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… Pregnancy and dental health Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number … to take care of your teeth and gums during pregnancy for the following reasons: Hormonal changes during pregnancy … (gum and bone) disease. This can increase the risk for other health conditions (e.g., diabetes and heart …
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… Calcium and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … the total intake from food and any supplements. Age Aim for 0-6 months 200 mg 6-12 months 260 mg 1 to 3 years 700 mg … include: Milk and dairy products such as yogurt and cheese Fortified plant-based beverages such as fortified soy …
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… Fibre and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number … much fibre do I need? Depending on your age and sex, aim for the following amount of fibre each day: Age (years) Male … or registered dietitian to find out how much fibre is right for you. How can I increase the amount of fibre I eat? Add …
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… Dietary Fats and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number … on how much of each type of fatty acid they contain. For example, butter is a saturated fat because it has mainly … in milk and meat products. Industry-made trans fat is formed during the processing of vegetable oils. In the past, …
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… Immunization for health care workers in B.C. Last updated March 1, 2013 … Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is immunization important for health care workers? Health care workers are at risk of …
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… Residential hot tubs and pools: Health and safety tips Last updated June 6, 2024 HealthLink … and pool use? Hot tubs and pools can provide an environment for bacteria to grow. These bacteria can make you sick with … the faster the disinfectant in the water gets used up. Before and after use, you should check the disinfectant level …
