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… liver disease, cirrhosis, liver cancer and even death. How is hepatitis C virus spread? HCV is spread primarily … failure, liver cancer or the need for a liver transplant. How do I know if I have hepatitis C? You can have hepatitis … acid (RNA) test to confirm if you currently have HCV. How is hepatitis C virus not spread? Hepatitis C is not …
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… until they are opened. Powdered formula is not sterile. How do I wash and disinfect the bottles and equipment to … manufacturer’s instructions. Dishwashers do not disinfect. How do I make and store ready-to-feed formula? Shake the … Nutrition Series Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby …
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… the impact of human activities on well water quality. How does nitrate get into well water? Decomposition of … Motor vehicles Some de-icing agents used at airports How do I know if there is nitrate in my well water? Since … suggest that the thyroid gland function in school-age children may be affected by exposure to high levels of …
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… provided by families, usually by a spouse, partner or adult children. Families may help an aging parent or spouse with … adult now relies on them. Some family members may not know how to provide the care or help needed. They may not understand the nature of the health concern and how it affects the older adult's abilities or behaviour. In …
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… the day. Trust your child’s appetite to guide them on how much to eat. It’s normal for your child to eat more on … cups Trail mix Whole grain crackers and cheese Applesauce How to pack a safe lunch Keep cold foods cold. Use an … Nutrition Series Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby …
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… water is safe, check with your health authority contact. How do I prepare the bottles and equipment to make formula? … sterile and ready to use. Use a new liner for every feed. How do I bottle-feed my baby? Cuddle or hold your baby … Nutrition Series Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby …
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… to prevent infection with hepatitis C. Blood tests will show if you were exposed to hepatitis C or have acquired the … whether your exposure puts you at risk of these infections. How do I prevent the spread of infection to others? … you are prepared. How do I protect myself and others? Teach children to never touch used needles, syringes or condoms, …
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… Infants Act? The Infants Act explains the legal position of children under 19 years of age. One of the topics covered in the Infants Act is the health care of children. The Infants Act states that children may consent … care involves and The benefits and risks of the health care How does "mature minor consent" relate to immunization? In …
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… to make an appointment. Who should get the Hib vaccine? Children between 2 months and 59 months of age (under 5 … soreness, swelling or redness at the injection site. Some children may have a fever or experience drowsiness, … and may need an emergency operation to help breathe. How is Hib infection spread? You can spread Hib infection by …
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… Your care provider will then review the findings with you. How is the prenatal ultrasound done? There are 2 ways to do … you book your ultrasound, you will receive instructions on how to prepare for your appointment. For example, you may be … will a prenatal ultrasound provide? The scan will show different information depending on when the ultrasound …
