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… painful swelling. Bites from the lice can cause a rash or small bluish spots on your skin. The spots may last for some … the more likely you are to be exposed to STIs. Talk about prevention Talk to your partner(s) about STIs and how you …
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… or registered dietitian. Child Nutrition Series Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby …
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… fat. If you buy these foods, offer them less often and in smaller quantities. Use the nutrition facts table to compare … Child Nutrition Series Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby …
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… February 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 93c Elder Abuse Prevention Series Download PDF Document English Document … often comes from the older woman's spouse, partner or adult children. For an older man, the abuse or neglect is more … for a long period of time On average, a woman tends to be smaller than a man, and she may have less ability to defend …
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… to protect your child from disease. Each vaccine contains a small amount of the disease germ (virus or bacteria) or … to the vaccine, giving you better protection from disease. Children are naturally exposed to aluminum in the … preservative that is in the flu vaccine in small amounts to prevent bacterial and fungal growth. If a …
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… railings, ladders or removable pool equipment can create small spaces that can trap people underwater. Sometimes … of water (e.g. bathtub). ‘Non-swimmers’ and young children (0-12 years old) need constant supervision by a responsible adult. Keep small children within arm’s reach of a responsible person …
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… seconds, and rub hands together to create lather (to help children wash their hands long enough, sing the ABC song) … cages or litter boxes Clean around the house When should children wash their hands? Children should always wash their hands before they eat or …
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… an unclean environment. Head lice are commonly spread among children and adults who have close head-to-head contact. … by crawling from one hair to another. There is a very small chance of head lice spreading indirectly through … a sensitive reaction caused by the bites Scratch marks or small red bumps like a rash How can I tell if my child has …
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… itch is a skin rash caused by an allergic reaction to small worm-like parasites called schistosomes … Who has a higher risk of getting swimmer’s itch? Young children who wade and splash in shallow water bodies may be … for more information on swimming safety and drowning prevention Dry yourself off with a towel as soon as you come …
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… (germs). People of any age can get pertussis. Young children who have not been immunized get sicker than older children and adults. Pertussis can cause complications such … stimulation that may trigger coughing. Have frequent small drinks of fluid, and make sure to get enough to eat, …
