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… airborne spongy moth hairs, silken threads and shed skins during large-scale infestations has caused allergic … and can be used on certified organic farms. What happens during aerial spraying? Aerial spraying of Foray 48B® for … begins, and signs are updated at least 24 hours before the second and third sprays. Local media, the spongy moth …
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… immunizations may be stressful for you, try to be calm during the appointment and when talking about immunization … active when children are distracted during immunizations. Babies: Breastfed babies: Nurse your baby before, during, and after the …
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… Tubersol® under the top layer of skin on your forearm. Second appointment You must go back to the clinic 48 to 72 …
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… your baby because it: Is the safest and healthiest food for babies Is easy for your baby to digest Helps your baby’s physical, emotional and intellectual development Results in fewer infections, such as pneumonia, … feeding. This often happens in the first few days and during growth spurts. By their second day of life, most …
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… feeling tired all the time and getting sick more easily. Babies and children need iron for healthy growth and development, including brain development. How much iron do I … women need more iron to support the growth of their babies. If you are pregnant, choose iron-rich foods every …
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… the rotavirus vaccine? The rotavirus vaccine helps protect babies against diarrhea and vomiting caused by rotavirus. It … the rotavirus vaccine? The rotavirus vaccine is given to babies starting at 2 months of age. It is given as a series … doses. The first dose is given at 2 months of age, and the second at 4 months. The rotavirus vaccine is given at the …
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… a health concern for: Pregnant women Developing babies Babies less than 6 months old The elderly Individuals with … occurs in infants it is also known as “blue baby syndrome”. Babies under 6 months are particularly at risk, although …
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… weeks in the bowels of an infected person and can be spread during that time. Pregnant people who become infected with … they give birth may pass the virus to their baby. Newborn babies infected with the virus usually have a mild illness, … hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds. This is especially important after changing a …
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… such as cigarette smoke. For more information on how second-hand smoke can harm babies and children, see HealthLinkBC File #30a The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour . Also, getting your …
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… is fully sealed off Squeeze and hold down the button for 1 second Remove the thermometer and read the temperature … as much as 1 degree in the morning and reaching a maximum during the late afternoon. Mild increases may be caused by … signs of another illness (rash, cough, vomiting, diarrhea) Babies younger than 3 months of age must be seen by a health …