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… anxious to get back to ordinary life as soon as possible. However, it is important to remember that flood waters are … . If the water in the well looks clear, you may be able to use it after disinfection. For information on how to … basements should be slowly removed before clean-up begins. Pump only 20% of the standing water per day to prevent …
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… eating is about more than just what we eat. It’s also about how we eat. You and your child have different roles at meal … to offer new foods and include foods your child has refused in the past. Offer the same food in different ways For … feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69k) Breastfeeding or chestfeeding (#70) … Helping your 1 to 3 …
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… radon gas becomes diluted with air and poses little risk. However, radon gas can build up inside homes and other … what is my risk? Exposure to radon over the long-term can cause lung cancer. About 16% of lung cancer deaths in Canada … the basement sub-flooring by installing a small air pump to draw the radon from below the concrete slab and vent …
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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 … foods, offer them less often and in smaller quantities. Use the nutrition facts table to compare products: Look at … feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69k) Breastfeeding or chestfeeding (#70) … Lunches to go …
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… Babies and young children are at high risk of choking because they: Have less practice controlling food in their … calm and encourage them to cough the object or food out. However, you should take the child to the emergency room … feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69k) Breastfeeding or chestfeeding (#70) … Preventing choking in …
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… has teeth, they are at risk for tooth decay. Many things cause tooth decay, including the bacteria that is normally … Association, the damage that sugar does to teeth depends on how much sugar goes into the mouth and how long it stays in … give your baby a soother, here are a few tips: Ensure that breastfeeding is well established Choose the right size …
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… Prepare for your child's vaccines Vaccines or shots may cause some pain. These tips can lead to a more positive … benefit from longer preparation time, but it can depend on how your child copes. When you discuss the vaccine and … that this is safe and will not cause the baby to associate breastfeeding with pain Why? Breastfeeding comforts your …
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… Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by bacteria. In women, the infection may occur in the … need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? Gonorrhea is passed from one person to … 6 months after treatment. If you are pregnant and/or breastfeeding, you should have a follow-up test 3 to 4 weeks …
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… Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by bacteria. The infection may occur in the rectum (the … need to see a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? Chlamydia is passed from one person to … 6 months after treatment. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a follow-up test 3 to 4 weeks after …
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… Document Vietnamese Medical and scientific research shows that absorption of even very low levels of lead into … or sanded into dust. Low levels of exposure to lead can cause health effects such as learning disabilities and … lead exposure and no known safe blood lead concentration. However, as lead exposure increases, the range and severity …
