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Meningococcal quadrivalent vaccines

… Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For … Permanent complications of infection include brain damage, deafness, and loss of limbs. Meningococcal infection is …

Iron in Foods

… The amount of iron you need each day depends on your age, sex, whether you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and … (1/2 cup) 1.5 to 2.1 Potato, baked with skin 1 medium 1.9 Bagel ½ bagel 1.9 Seaweed, agar (dried) 8 g (1/2 cup) 1.7 … Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults (#68j) Managing constipation with diet: adults (#68l) Vitamin D and your …

Rubella

… a pregnant woman contracts rubella, she may have a miscarriage or stillbirth. Her baby may be born with severe birth … eye problems, heart defects, liver, spleen and brain damage. This is called Congenital Rubella Syndrome (CRS). CRS … on getting pregnant? If you are a woman of childbearing age, make sure you are immune to rubella before getting …

Burns and scalds in young children

… and still growing, so complications can be worse than in older individuals What are the potential consequences of a … the risk of burns in young children? Personal risk factors: Age: Younger children (0-4 years) are at higher risk than … new ointment every day until the burn is healed; if the damaged skin does not start to heal over the next 3 days, seek …

Facts about chickenpox

… is usually a mild illness in children. Infection in teenagers, adults and people with weakened immune systems can be … Encephalitis can lead to convulsions, deafness, or brain damage. About 1 in every 3,000 adults with chickenpox will die … to the chickenpox virus, your treatment will depend on your age, personal health, and severity of the illness. Most …

Mumps

… of the brain, that can lead to seizures or brain damage. About 1 in 20 people with mumps get mumps meningitis, … conditions are temporary and rarely result in permanent damage or sterility. Mumps infection in the early stage of pregnancy may increase the rate of miscarriage but …

Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol

… more soy protein Foods with soy protein include soy beverage, tofu, soy nuts, soybeans and soy-based textured … To increase foods with soy protein: Try using soy beverage in your latte, smoothie or cereal Add soft tofu to … Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults (#68j) Managing constipation with diet: adults (#68l) Vitamin D and your …

Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure

… blood is pushing too hard against artery walls. This can damage your arteries over time and increase your risk of heart … from processed foods. The main sources of sodium in the average Canadian diet include: Breads, crackers, muffins, … Healthy Eating and Healthy Aging for Adults (#68j) Managing constipation with diet: adults (#68l) Vitamin D and your …

Travelling with children

… do while you are there, how long you are staying, and the age of your child. Carry a record of your child’s … mumps, and rubella) vaccine at as young as 6 months of age. Infants usually receive this vaccine at 12 months of … is now preferred over DEET for children 6 months and older. In Canada, products containing more than 10% DEET are …

Hand foot and mouth disease

… It’s most common in children under 10 years of age, but older children and adults may also get the disease. Cases … a tissue or their inner arm where the elbow flexes. Encourage your child to throw tissues directly in the garbage …