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… immunizations may be stressful for you, try to be calm during the appointment and when talking about immunization … musical toy to distract your child immediately before and during the vaccination. Ask older children questions about … processes pain is less active when children are distracted during immunizations. Babies: Breastfed babies: Nurse your …
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… may experience harm from strangers, this is much less common, except for financial abuse or fraud. When might the … and their ability to be independent. What is the most commonly reported type of abuse? Financial abuse is the most commonly reported form of abuse faced by older adults. Older …
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… there is no set age for when a child becomes capable, common practice is for parents or guardians of children 12 … of getting immunized The risk of not getting immunized Common and expected side effects Rare serious side effects …
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… nitrile, polyisoprene) rubbers. They can be used during vaginal, anal or oral sex Internal (“female”) condoms … (polyurethane, nitrile, polyisoprene). They can be used during vaginal or anal sex, but they have not been approved … by preventing sexual and body fluids from being exchanged during sex. Synthetic rubber condoms can be used by people …
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… to consider if you want to care for your family member during an emergency: Is your home suitable and accessible … a safe home temperature? This is particularly important during extreme hot or cold weather Do they have behaviours …
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… well while following a lacto-ovo vegetarian eating pattern during early childhood. What do I offer my child to eat? A … to start offering solids, safe textures, when to introduce common food allergens, how much food to offer and more. Some …
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… is nitrate? Nitrate is a chemical compound and the most common form of nitrogen found in water. Other forms of … found in groundwater than in surface water. Nitrate is commonly found in shallow wells that are located in …
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… Where might I have elemental mercury in my home? Some common household products contain elemental mercury. This … 24 hours a day) or your local fire department. Watch for common symptoms of exposure, including sore throat, …
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… about eating well while following a vegan eating pattern during early childhood. What do I offer my child to eat? A … to start offering solids, safe textures, when to introduce common food allergens, how much food to offer and more. Some …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese Traveller’s diarrhea is a common health concern affecting travellers to tropical … can begin suddenly and usually last 3 to 4 days. The most common cause of traveller’s diarrhea is food or water …
