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… are at much greater risk. Healthy pregnant women in the second half of their pregnancy are at much greater risk of … and may die from influenza and its complications during years with widespread or epidemic influenza activity. …
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… water and soap Rub hands together briskly for at least 20 seconds or the time it takes to sing the ABC song. Do not … fingers, fingertips and nails Rinse hands well for 10 seconds under warm running water Dry hands completely with …
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… meals Child Nutrition Series Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) … in emergencies (#69g) Feeding your baby: Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old (#69h) Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers (#69i) Vegan feeding guidelines for …
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… feature) HealthLinkBC File #30a The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour Formaldehyde and other … your home well ventilated, especially when cooking or during home renovations. Keep windows open (just a crack in … of mould On days when outdoor air quality is poor, such as during wildfires, consider limiting airflow from outdoors …
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… have asthma are at increased risk of breathing difficulties during a severe allergic reaction. If your child has asthma, … child’s symptoms do not get better or get worse, give a second dose of epinephrine as soon as 5 minutes after the …
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… A vaccine can provide good short-term protection. A second dose of vaccine should be given later for lifetime … contact. The vaccine is recommended if you plan to travel during the flu season. Flu season usually runs from November …
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… may last days, weeks, months or all year, and can even grow during winter when water may be covered in snow or has … by drinking water or by getting it on your skin during recreational activities (swimming, boating or … the dangers. Take special care to ensure that infants and babies are not exposed to water that is contaminated with …
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… For a full list of ways to reduce your child’s discomfort during immunization, see HealthLinkBC File #50e A Better …
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… nitrile, polyisoprene) rubbers. They can be used during vaginal, anal or oral sex Internal (“female”) condoms … (polyurethane, nitrile, polyisoprene). They can be used during vaginal or anal sex, but they have not been approved … by preventing sexual and body fluids from being exchanged during sex. Synthetic rubber condoms can be used by people …
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… of blood on them From a pregnant person to their baby, during pregnancy or birth What are the symptoms? Most people … HCV, you should see your health care provider regularly. During these visits, you may have physical exams and other …
