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Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… child is not getting enough iron, discuss with a health care provider. HealthLinkBC File #69c Baby’s first foods … Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby formula: Before you …
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Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome

… HPS can be treated. Most patients are admitted to intensive care in a hospital. Some patients may be given anti-viral … above, follow these steps: Pour disinfectant solution carefully onto debris to avoid disturbing any virus present …
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Community evacuation information for seniors

… names and numbers of family members, friends, health care providers and caregivers Additional items: Personal papers and photo …
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Getting rid of rodents rats and mice

… find and result in unpleasant odors. Poisons can also accidentally harm pets, wild animals, or even children. If after … in the area Read and follow the directions on the label carefully Set bait in areas where there is no access to … bleach and 10 parts water can also be used. Pour mixture carefully onto the area to avoid disturbing any virus …
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Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… lenses Wash your hands after you: Change a diaper Take care of a sick child Wipe your child’s nose or blow your …
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Harm reduction for families caregivers and friends of people who use substances

… Harm reduction for families, caregivers and friends of people who use substances Last … Referrals to health and social services Should families, caregivers and friends be concerned if a loved one is using … trust for loved ones who use substances. How can families, caregivers and friends reduce harm with people who use …
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Indoor air quality Volatile organic compounds VOCs

… as natural gas, wood and kerosene Tobacco products Personal care products such as perfume and hair spray Candles and …
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Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… very severe pain at the site of a wound. Always take good care of minor cuts to reduce the chance of the tissues under …
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Quit or reduce vaping

… a friend Seek support from trusted friends, family, health care providers, and resources such as QuitNow or Talk …
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Naloxone Treating opioid overdose

… overdose how to respond and provide potentially life-saving care while waiting for paramedics to arrive. The program … use HealthLinkBC File #102b Harm reduction for families, caregivers and friends of people who use substances For more …