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… Pregnancy and alcohol use Last updated July 1, 2021 … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the risks of drinking during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you and …
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… HIV testing in pregnancy Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … people. A person with HIV can pass the virus to their baby during pregnancy, childbirth or while breast/chest feeding. … HIV, visit HealthLinkBC File #08m HIV and HIV Tests . What are the chances of passing HIV to my baby? If you are …
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… Pregnancy and dental health Last updated July 1, 2021 … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is dental health during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of … my teeth and gums healthy? Your teeth can be affected by what you eat and drink, how often you eat and drink, how …
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… Childhood vaccines: What is in the vaccines and why Last updated February 1, … Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is in childhood vaccines? Vaccines are made with … Childhood vaccines are safe (#50c) Childhood vaccines: What is in the vaccines and why (#50d) A better immunization …
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… Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC … a cool indoor environment. Weight normally gained during a pregnancy can make it harder for the body to maintain a safe … If you experience heat-related symptoms or increased contractions it is important to speak with your registered …
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… Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC … when the heat and humidity are much higher than we would expect during a normal summer day. Extreme heat can be … hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible. What can you do to prevent heat-related illness? Keep cool …
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… Pregnancy and folic acid (folate): Preventing neural tube … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are folate and folic acid? Folate is a B vitamin found … of being born with a neural tube defect? NTDs can happen during the very early weeks of pregnancy, when you may not …
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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Is it safe to travel during pregnancy? Pregnant women can be at increased risk of … bleeding (passing clots or tissue) Belly pain or cramps Contractions Your water breaks Excessive (a lot of) leg …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is fetal alcohol spectrum disorder? Fetal Alcohol … behavioural problems affecting people exposed to alcohol during pregnancy. FASD is the leading developmental disability in …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is sleep related infant death? There are two kinds of … or by a parent, child, or pet rolling onto the baby during sleep. What causes SIDS? The cause of SIDS is not … own. Avoid using items that prop the baby in one position during sleep. If your baby has a health condition that …
