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… 2D ultrasound has been used in pregnancy for over 50 years. Many studies have been done to determine if a medical … baby and try to see if there are any growth concerns or birth defects. The shape and size of your baby’s physical … They are most often normal variations in growth and development. When seen in combination, markers might suggest …
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… From a pregnant person to their baby, during pregnancy or birth What are the symptoms? Most people who have HCV feel … if I have hepatitis C? You can have hepatitis C for many years without having symptoms or feeling sick. The only way …
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… a mother with HIV can pass it to her baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or while breastfeeding (breastfeeding is not … guidelines in B.C. recommend that everyone aged 18 to 70 years has an HIV test every 5 years. They recommend more …
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… What is pinkeye? Pinkeye, or conjunctivitis, is a common childhood illness. Pinkeye is an inflammation of the … may prescribe antibiotic eye drops or ointment. When your child has pinkeye, your health care provider can tell you if your child can return to school or daycare, or should stay home. …
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… Myth: Influenza is not a serious illness. Fact: In years when influenza is widespread in B.C., hundreds of … Influenza can lead to serious illness in seniors 65 years and older and in other high risk groups. Myth: I have … Fact: Because the influenza virus strains change most years, you need to get immunized each year to be protected …
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… 1000IU (25µg) 6-12 months 400IU (10µg) 1500IU (38µg) 1-3 years 600IU (15µg) 2500IU (63µg) 4-8 years 600IU (15µg) … a daily vitamin D supplement of 400IU: Infants and young children under 2 years of age who are breastfed or fed some … come in three main forms: Liquid: recommended for children under 4 years of age but can be used for all ages …
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… of doses at least 1 week before you travel. Adults and children 5 years of age and older are given 4 doses of the capsule form … Injection Typhoid Vaccine Injection is for adults and children 2 years of age and older. You will receive 1 dose …
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… Age Aim for 0-6 months 200 mg 6-12 months 260 mg 1 to 3 years 700 mg 4 to 8 years 1000 mg 9 to 18 years* 1300 mg 19 … more calcium during times of bone growth, such as during childhood and pregnancy. Having enough vitamin D helps your … **Fortified plant-based beverages are not recommended for children under 2 years of age Nutrition Series Heart Healthy …
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… Cryptosporidium infection in B.C. has decreased in recent years. How can I become infected with Cryptosporidium ? … where there is fecal incontinence and poor hygiene, such as child care centers. The risk is greatest for young children who are not yet toilet trained. These children can …
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… some of these infections include: Fetuses and infants Young children The elderly People with weakened immune systems … before preparing food, eating or smoking Make sure that children wash their hands right after touching animals. Many children have been infected by touching pets and then …
