77 results found
HealthLinkBC files
… them. When dust containing infected animal waste, such as birth fluids, gets stirred up into the air, germs can spread … reason, the public should not be involved in the animal birthing process. Which animals spread diseases to people? …
HealthLinkBC files
… over in sleep. Do not use items that prop the baby in one position during sleep. If your baby has a health condition that requires a different position for sleep, discuss safe options to meet your baby’s … be avoided. Babies who were born prematurely or with a low birthweight are at higher risk of death while bedsharing. …
HealthLinkBC files
… child had a dose of Tdap vaccine on or after their 10th birthday, they do not need a dose in grade 9. Also see …
HealthLinkBC files
HealthLinkBC files
… 1 dose of rubella vaccine, regardless of their year of birth, or proof they have had laboratory-confirmed rubella … to a developing baby; about 9 out of 10 babies will have a birth defect. Babies may be born with damage to their sight, …
HealthLinkBC files
… the first dose. People who had chickenpox before their 1st birthday should still get the vaccine. They may not have … early in pregnancy can result in a baby being born with birth defects. This is known as congenital varicella syndrome. Babies may have a low birth weight, scars and problems with their limbs, eyes and …
HealthLinkBC files
… Baby teeth guide permanent adult teeth into the proper position. Some baby teeth are not replaced by permanent … soother may affect the child’s speech development and teeth positioning. Can fluoride help stop tooth decay? The …
HealthLinkBC files
HealthLinkBC files
… (Accutane®) for acne, significantly increase the risk of birth defects. It is important to use effective …
