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… and polio. These are given as a series of doses. Most children receive these as infants and toddlers. They get a … It is recommended that parents or guardians and their children discuss consent for immunization. Children under the age of 19, who are able to understand the …
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… processed foods high in sodium, eat them less often and in smaller amounts. Choose low sodium or no sodium versions Use …
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… 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 … **Fortified plant-based beverages are not recommended for children under 2 years of age For more information …
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… For more information on heat-related illness and keeping children safe during extreme heat, visit: HealthLinkBC File … illness HealthLinkBC File #35b Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat For more information on foods … during extreme heat (#35a) Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat (#35b) Heat-related illness in …
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… tired all the time and getting sick more easily. Babies and children need iron for healthy growth and development, … Too much iron can be harmful, especially for infants and children. Always keep iron supplements, including multivitamins with iron, out of reach of children. People with hemochromatosis absorb too much iron …
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… swelling or redness where the vaccine was given. Some children may experience fever, fussiness or fatigue. … risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to …
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… at night Problems with glare in the sun Problems reading small print Trouble seeing in dim light Changes in the way …
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… disinfectants are harmful to people when used in the small amount needed to disinfect drinking water. Most …
