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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Is it safe to travel during pregnancy? Pregnant women can be at increased risk of … or the Zika virus are common. The safest time to travel is during 18 to 24 weeks of pregnancy. Most complications … during pregnancy occur during the first and third trimesters. How can I prepare before I travel? Before you …
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… the brain and skull are missing some parts Some NTDs cause babies to be stillborn or to have lifelong disabilities. How … of being born with a neural tube defect? NTDs can happen during the very early weeks of pregnancy, when you may not … A may cause birth defects, especially during the first trimester. If you choose to eat liver or liver products …
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… changing condoms or washing toys may also pass the virus. During a primary first outbreak, it is possible to pass the … when someone who already has one type of herpes, gets the second type. It is often milder and is unlikely to cause … if the mother has a primary first outbreak in the third trimester. Herpes can cause serious complications for the …
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… Most people can get sick with influenza several times during their lives. An influenza vaccine is the best … is considered safe at any stage of pregnancy. People in the second half of pregnancy are at much higher risk of … should not get an influenza vaccine. Fact: It is safe for babies to breastfeed after mothers receive the influenza …
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… in Canada, 1 to 3 deaths occur due to pertussis, mostly in babies less than 3 months of age who have not been … immunized in childhood but is not provided for free in B.C. During an outbreak of pertussis, the vaccine may be provided … babies, young children, and pregnant women in their 3rd trimester until they have been properly tested and/or …
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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is dental health during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of … and having a pre-term or low-birth weight baby. These babies are at greater risk of having developmental problems, asthma, ear infections and may have …
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… behavioural problems affecting people exposed to alcohol during pregnancy. FASD is the leading developmental disability in Canada. It can include lifelong … for the health and well-being of both lactating parents and babies. If you choose to drink alcohol while feeding your …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the risks of drinking during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you and … barrier free sex. Is there any safe time to drink alcohol during pregnancy? There is no safe time to drink alcohol during pregnancy. Your baby’s brain and nervous system …
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… updated April 29, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 92e Child Development Series Download PDF Document English Document … enough sleep can also be a concern for parents. Over time, babies gradually sleep longer during the night. How can I make sure that my child is safe …
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… Asbestos: When Should I Worry . How can I protect myself during the clean-up? Wear appropriate protective equipment … eye protection and a well-fitted respirator such as an N95. During cleaning, avoid touching exposed skin with … water can still be used for washing hands with soap for 20 seconds, and in foods cooked to 74°C and higher Wash your …
