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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is ultraviolet radiation? Ultraviolet (UV) radiation … cannot see or feel them. Artificial sources of UV radiation include tanning beds and welding equipment. How damaging is … radiation. How can I protect myself and my family? Make a plan Plan your outdoor activity before 10 a.m. or after 4 …
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… remember the three T’s and follow these simple steps: Trip planning Plan your travel route Know the terrain and … www.adventuresmart.ca/the-three-ts/#takingtheessentials . What are other tips to consider? Travel with a companion A … not attempt to feed or touch any wild animals. Take special care to avoid contact with any animal that appears to be …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is shigellosis? Shigellosis is an infection caused by … the symptoms of shigellosis? The symptoms of shigellosis include fever, diarrhea that may contain blood and/or … food or water. Exposure to infected stool can occur in day care settings, through contaminated food and water, or …
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… see HealthLinkBC File #69c Baby’s first foods . What do I eat when I’m lactating? You do not need to follow … vitamin B12 levels. Discuss with a dietitian or your health care provider if you have questions about supplementation. … The best choice is to not drink alcohol. If you drink, plan ahead to prevent exposing your baby to alcohol. For …
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… are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to make an appointment. Check what you know . Answer yes or no to the following sentences … . Are newer vaccines safer than older vaccines? Yes. Advances in science have improved how vaccines are made. …
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… are free. Call your local public health unit or health care provider to make an appointment. Check what you know . Answer yes or no to the following sentences … answered ‘no’ to any of the above, read on to learn more. What is the immune system and how does it work? You may have …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the shingles vaccine? The shingles vaccine, … apart, and costs about $160 per dose. Some health insurance plans may cover the cost of the vaccine. Check with your … tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency treatment …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is immune globulin? Immune globulin (Ig) provides … received Ig. Who should get immune globulin? Your health care provider may give you Ig after exposure to hepatitis A … MMR vaccine. These include: •Pregnant individuals or those planning to become pregnant  •Infants less than 12 months of …
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… in some countries. It is important to talk to your health care provider, or visit a travel clinic at least 6 to 8 … vaccines are not covered by the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP), so check with your local travel clinic to find … vaccines you receive and take this with you on your trip. What is the traveller’s diarrhea and cholera vaccine? The …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese As a parent or caregiver, you can help your child learn important food … food and eating. Healthy eating is about more than just what we eat. It’s also about how we eat. You and your child … 2% milk and plain fortified soy beverage. Other fortified plant-based beverages such as almond and oat often have less …