236 results found
HealthLinkBC files
… Last updated July 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 70 Child Nutrition Series Download PDF Document English … and included. Human milk (breast milk) is the only food your baby needs for the first 6 months. When your baby … close and provide skin-to-skin contact. This will encourage feeding and bonding. It will also help your baby’s …
HealthLinkBC files
… vaccine is approved by Health Canada and is free as part of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care … for children immunized against these diseases at a younger age. The booster dose strengthens or boosts the immune …
HealthLinkBC files
… of the brain, that can lead to seizures or brain damage. About 1 in 20 people with mumps get mumps meningitis, … protect you against future exposures to the virus. Check your immunization record to see how many doses of mumps … help prevent spreading it to others by: Staying home from school, daycare, work and other group settings for at least …
HealthLinkBC files
… as it destroys many of the microbes that can cause spoilage. Raw freshly pressed or squeezed juices are not heat … vulnerable groups should not drink unpasteurized juice. Schools, child and adult day cares, hospitals and other … you ill, see a health care provider immediately and notify your local health authority. You can also call 8-1-1 to …
HealthLinkBC files
… an influenza vaccine Staying home when you are ill Washing your hands regularly Cleaning and disinfecting objects and … disposing of used tissues in the waste basket or garbage Cough and sneezing into your shirt sleeve rather than … advice below: Get plenty of rest and stay home from work, school, daycare and running errands when you are sick Drink …
HealthLinkBC files
… booster dose to adults who had a series of polio vaccine in childhood and are at increased risk of exposure to polio … Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye …
HealthLinkBC files
… the Men-B vaccine is provided free to those 2 months of age and older who have been in close contact with a case of … old you are when the immunization series begins. Speak with your health care provider for more information. It is … 1 to 2 days. Reactions, including fever, are more common in children under 2 years of age if the Men-B vaccine is given …
HealthLinkBC files
… as they are the most vulnerable. It is based on average concentrations in water consumed for extended periods. … to adjust the qualities of water to reduce corrosion. Schools have been advised to sample water to ensure lead is … lead in drinking water is suspected or has been measured in your water supply, you should reduce your exposure to the …
HealthLinkBC files
… Childhood vaccines: What is in the vaccines and why Last … ingredients that make them safe and effective to protect your child from disease. Each vaccine contains a small … So while human or animal cells may be used in the earlier stages of making the vaccine, no cells are present in the …
HealthLinkBC files
… is also provided free to individuals 19 to 26 years of age who are: HIV positive Two-Spirit, transgender or … sexual orientation Males who are street-involved Contact your health care provider to get immunized. Unless mentioned … as a series of either 2 or 3 doses over a 6 month period. Children who start a series when they are 9 to 14 years of …
