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Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

… Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat Last updated June 27, 2024 … to anyone's health, but infants (0-1 year) and young children (1-5 years) may be at a higher risk of heat-related … risk of heat-related illness by keeping infants and young children in a cool space indoors during the hottest hours of …

Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers Last updated April 16, … Vietnamese Anyone who provides care to babies and young children must be aware of the risks of choking. Babies and young children are at high risk of choking because they: Have less …

The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… who smokes or vapes, and those who are nearby, especially children. There are ways to reduce the risks, such as by … such as increased coughing, wheezing, pneumonia and asthma Heart disease Stroke Nasal sinus cancer Lung cancer … can cause an ear infection Children are more likely to get asthma when exposed to second-hand smoke. Second-hand smoke …

Quit or reduce vaping

… mouth, throat and airways, and worsen symptoms of existing asthma or COPD Risks to children and youth: using nicotine in adolescence can impact …

Outdoor air quality Sulphur dioxide SO2

… of our communities can cause health concerns. People with asthma or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) are at greater risk. Young children and older adults are also at risk. Symptoms may … stoves and matches If you have medical conditions, such as asthma, COPD or heart disease, follow a management plan …

Live attenuated influenza flu vaccine

… risk of serious illness from influenza. This includes: All children 2 years to less than 5 years of age Children 5 to … that require regular medical care, such as mild to moderate asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or cystic … system weakened by disease or medical treatment Has severe asthma or active wheezing Had a life-threatening reaction to …

Your childs feelings

… Vietnamese Even before they learn and understand language, children feel emotions. They can tell if you are happy and … expressed around them, and the environment they live in. Children have the same feelings as adults. They may not know … or scared, but they will experience these feelings. Value children It’s very important for a child to feel confident …

Food safety in child care facilities

… include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain and fever. Children 5 years and under are at a higher risk of getting … higher risk foods Some types of foods are higher risk for children 5 and under. Avoid serving: Unpasteurized milk and … eggs, meat, poultry or seafood Raw sprouts Honey for children under 1 year Don’t prepare foods when you are sick …

Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… seconds, and rub hands together to create lather (to help children wash their hands long enough, sing the ABC song) … cages or litter boxes Clean around the house When should children wash their hands? Children should always wash their hands before they eat or …

Your babys immune system and vaccines

… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are …