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… visits? Some pregnant women and people find it hard to talk about alcohol use with their health care providers. Your care provider is there to answer questions and help you to make informed and healthy choices. It can help to write down your questions before your visit. It may also be helpful to bring …
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… Vietnamese Chestfeeding is a term that is becoming more commonly used when discussing infant feeding. It’s often … vitamin D that is not enough to meet your baby’s needs. At about 6 months, start to offer iron-rich solid foods. … with a dietitian or your health care provider if you have questions about supplementation. Is there anything I should …
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… bleach Bleach works best when added to warm water that is about 20˚C (68˚F). Mix: 2 drops (0.1 mL) of household bleach (about 5.25% chlorine) 1 litre (4 cups) of water Cover and … hand sanitizer. For more information If you have questions about your drinking water, contact your local …
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… Sarcoptes scabiei or the human itch mite. Scabies is common and highly contagious. The human itch mite burrows … and for as long as you remain untreated. Although less common, scabies can be spread by sharing clothes, towels or … vacuum and clean clothes and bedding. Talk to your partners about safer sex, since condoms might not stop scabies from …
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… delaying may not be best. What symptoms will I have? Some common symptoms of cataract(s) are: Blurry, filmy, foggy, … during and after the surgery. Serious problems are not common. In some cases, cloudiness may form behind the new … which can be treated with a minor laser procedure. A common feeling after the surgery is dryness, irritation, and …
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… It’s sometimes called "slapped cheek" disease. It’s most common in late winter to early spring. What are the symptoms … rash, cough or runny nose, also occur in other illnesses. About a quarter of all people who get fifth disease have no symptoms. The most common signs of fifth disease that differ from other …
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… babies and toddlers. This handout provides information about eating well while following a lacto-ovo vegetarian … to start offering solids, safe textures, when to introduce common food allergens, how much food to offer and more. Some … speak to a HealthLink BC registered dietitian if you have questions about feeding your child. HealthLinkBC File #69h: …
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… to manage their disease. This includes information about how to prevent passing HIV to other people. A person … time before or during your pregnancy, or if you have any questions about HIV testing or ways to reduce your risk of getting HIV …
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… and human health. Where do VOCs come from? Many products commonly found in our homes release VOCs through off gassing. For example, formaldehyde, one of the most common VOCs, is a colourless gas with an acrid (sharp and … and incense Cleaning agents and air fresheners Dry cleaning fluid Paints, lacquers, varnishes and hobby supplies Copying …
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… and mouth disease is caused by enteroviruses. It’s most common in children under 10 years of age, but older children … may also be present. The fever usually lasts one to 2 days. About 2 days after the fever starts, small painful blisters … What are the complications? Dehydration (loss of body fluids) is the most common complication of hand, foot and …
