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Living well with hepatitis B virus infection

… unless the nipples are cracked and bleeding The healthy, intact skin of others coming into contact with your … infection and recover completely. Less than 8 percent of healthy adults will develop chronic HBV infection, whereas … and if you need treatment. What can I do to stay as healthy as possible if I am living with HBV? Avoid alcohol …

Pregnancy and folic acid folate Preventing neural tube defects

… Why is folate important for my health? Folate helps make healthy new cells. If you do not get enough folate, you … neural tube is the part of a growing baby that becomes the brain and spine. NTDs happen when this tube does not close … forms of folate that are described as naturally occurring, active or methylated. However, there is no evidence showing …

Pregnancy and dental health

… risk of infant death How can I keep my teeth and gums healthy? Your teeth can be affected by what you eat and … that contains bacteria (germs); To keep your teeth and gums healthy: Brush your teeth at least twice a day with … frequent sipping on sweet liquids and/or acidic drinks Eat healthy foods and limit foods that are sweet or stick to …

Facts about chickenpox

… pneumonia (lung infection), encephalitis (swelling of the brain), and bacterial infections of the skin from … age, personal health, and severity of the illness. Most healthy children will only need to stay at home and rest. … some people who have had chickenpox, the virus can become active again later in life and cause a painful rash with …

Iron and Your Health

… getting sick more easily. Babies and children need iron for healthy growth and development, including brain development. How much iron do I need? The amount of … about your iron needs. How do babies get enough iron? Most healthy babies are born with iron stores that will last …

Shaken baby syndrome SBS

… the name given to the assortment of signs and symptoms of brain injury resulting from violently shaking an infant, … is dangerous because they have fragile, under-developed brains. Their heads are heavy and large compared to the rest … resistant to soothing and can cry for hours but are still healthy. For more information visit www.dontshake.ca and …

Living well with hepatitis C virus

… you may have physical exams and other tests to see how healthy your liver is. You may also be referred to a … can resume breast or chestfeeding What can I do to stay as healthy as possible? To promote good health while living … as advised by your health care provider Maintain a healthy weight Reduce stress and get adequate sleep Get …

Your childs feelings

… (even “bad” feelings) are normal and that there are healthy ways to respond to them. For example, “I’m feeling … baby’s cues help you form the strong bond that your baby’s brain and body needs to develop in a healthy way. Research also tell us that babies whose cries …

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease CJD

… disease (CJD) is a rare, degenerative, fatal disease of the brain. Early symptoms may include: Confusion Depression … the surface of cells. The abnormal prion attaches to other brain cell proteins and bends them out of shape. They attack the brain, killing cells and creating gaps in tissue or …

A better immunization experience for your child

… hurt, or sting" You can say "You need the vaccine to stay healthy. The medicine will be put in your arm with a needle. … themselves Why? Research shows that the part of the brain that processes pain is less active when children are distracted during immunizations. …