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Vaginal yeast infection

… Oil-based lubricants, such as petroleum jelly, lotion, or baby oil can weaken and destroy latex. Water or oil-based …
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Norovirus

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Caffeinated energy drinks

… energy drinks instead of water and nutritious drinks like milk Vitamins and minerals The amount of vitamins and … energy drinks? Children, teens, people who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or sensitive to caffeine should avoid energy …
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Food safety in child care facilities

… risk for children 5 and under. Avoid serving: Unpasteurized milk and juice Raw or undercooked eggs, meat, poultry or …
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Molluscum contagiosum

… Oil-based lubricants, such as petroleum jelly, lotion, or baby oil can weaken and destroy latex. Water or oil-based …
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Malaria prevention

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Japanese encephalitis vaccine

… first 6 months of pregnancy may result in infection of the baby and miscarriage. In its early stages, Japanese …
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Insect repellents and DEET

… There is no evidence that DEET poses a risk to pregnant or breastfeeding mothers, or their children. However, pregnant or … should be protected with mosquito netting tucked over baby carriers Children 6 months to 2 years of age . When …
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Grade 6 immunizations in BC

… influenzae type b (DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib) vaccine (#105) Your baby's immune system and vaccines (#50a) The benefits of …
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Manganese in drinking water

… of water. Examples include bottled water for preparing baby formula for infants and young children. Adults who …