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… (Folic acid) ……………………………….. 400 mcg Supplements may contain other forms of folate that are described as naturally … liver disease or receive kidney dialysis You struggle with drug or alcohol use You are taking anti-epilepsy medications or …
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… Access to safer substance use supplies Take home naloxone Drug checking services Referrals to health and social … teachings and ceremony, clubs and hobbies Connect with other people in your loved one’s life who can provide … #30c Quitting smoking HealthLinkBC Files #38d Pregnancy and alcohol use HealthLinkBC File #97 Contact with blood or body …
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… deaths are usually caused when a baby is accidentally smothered by items in the bed, such as pillows, toys, heavy … or visit https://quitnow.ca/ . Stop or reduce your use of alcohol and other drugs The use of certain substances during and after …
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… quilt, or waterbed. To prevent a baby from being trapped, smothered, or strangled check and be sure: The crib mattress … the adults in the bed are less alert due to the effects of alcohol, medications or other drugs. For families choosing to bedshare, the risk can be …
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… Chestfeeding is a term that is becoming more commonly used when discussing infant feeding. It’s often used by … few days or one every week. Does my baby need anything other than human milk? Babies that are breastfed or chestfed … remedy is safe to take while breastfeeding or chestfeeding. Alcohol. Alcohol can decrease the amount of milk you make …
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… is important to maintain the disinfectant level. There are other important measures of water quality, such as pH, that … into a hot tub or shallow pool. Always enter feet first. Alcohol and drugs Alcohol and drugs increase risk. Most adult accidents …
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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Is it safe to travel during pregnancy? Pregnant women can be at increased risk of … want to postpone travelling to areas where diseases or viruses such as Malaria or the Zika virus are common. The … alert bracelet if you have allergies, chronic disease, or other health concerns In case of an emergency, have an …
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… contact. The main ways of passing HCV are: Sharing drug injection equipment such as needles, syringes, straws … sores, cuts or wounds, or bodily fluid containing blood Other less common ways HCV is spread include: Sharing … disease. To further prevent liver disease, you should stop alcohol use and take steps to avoid getting other infections …
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… Vietnamese What are opioids? Opioids are a class of drug or medication that includes morphine, heroin, … are prescribed for pain relief and are safe when correctly used and in ways that are well understood and managed. What … down again. That means the overdose may return, requiring another dose of naloxone. This is why it is important to seek …
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… guidance from the Canadian Pediatric Society against their use. Parents and caregivers should be aware of the risks and … a combination of vitamins and minerals. Sometimes herbs and other substances are added. They come in a variety of … a health condition Is it safe to mix energy drinks with alcohol? No. Caffeine acts as a stimulant and masks the …
