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Pregnancy and dental health

… health during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of your teeth and gums during pregnancy for the … and having a pre-term or low-birth weight baby. These babies are at greater risk of having developmental problems, … twice a day with toothpaste that contains fluoride Clean carefully along the gumline where plaque sticks Floss your …

Hepatitis B Vaccine

… facility. Teachers, staff and students in a childcare setting attended by a child with hepatitis B whose … infected with hepatitis B virus can pass the virus to their newborn babies during delivery. After the virus enters your … dark urine, pale stools and jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes). Many people who get hepatitis B show no …

Listeriosis

… transferred to a developing baby during pregnancy or to a newborn baby during delivery. Who is at risk of infection? … Some people may develop mild symptoms. Pregnant women, newborns, older adults and those with weakened immune … have symptoms of listeriosis should speak to their health care provider, especially if they are at increased risk of …

A better immunization experience for your child

… All ages: Children are very aware of the emotions of their caregivers. Although immunizations may be stressful for you, … ease the feeling of pain by blocking pain receptors in the skin. Apply the product according to the package … active when children are distracted during immunizations. Babies: Breastfed babies: Nurse your baby before, during, …

Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

… and a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30 or more to exposed skin. Sunscreen won’t protect your infant or child from the … worse or more likely to occur It is safest to keep babies younger than 12 months out of direct sunlight … child and increase the risk of heat-related illness Dress babies in one layer, with no hats or foot coverings, like …

Iron and Your Health

… feeling tired all the time and getting sick more easily. Babies and children need iron for healthy growth and … If you think you need more iron, talk to your health care provider about your iron needs. How do I get enough … you may need to take even more iron. Talk to your health care provider about your iron needs. How do babies get …

Hepatitis B infant vaccine

… of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the hepatitis B vaccine? The vaccine is given to babies as a series of 3 doses at 2, 4 and 6 months of age. … infected with hepatitis B virus can pass the virus to their newborn babies during delivery. When infants are infected …

Disinfecting drinking water

… per litre of water Brushing your teeth Filling pet dishes Bathing children - give sponge baths using disinfected water … water, but they should not swallow the water. After bathing, wash your hands with disinfected water or use an …

Heat-related illness

… rises, heat is released through increased blood flow to the skin and increased sweating. This allows your body to cool … range from mild to severe. They include: Pale, cool, moist skin Heavy sweating Muscle cramps Rash Swelling, especially … thirsty and if you are active on a hot day. Ask your health care provider about how much water you should drink on hot …

Tuberculosis TB

… may increase your risk of TB disease. Talk to your health care provider if you have HIV infection, chronic kidney … TB test(s). Your health care provider uses a tuberculin skin test or TB skin test (TST) to look for TB infection. The test tells you …