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Heat-related illness in infants and young children

… than water for rehydration because they combine fluid, sugar, and electrolytes See your health care provider …

Well water testing

… such as arsenic, lead, copper and manganese. Nitrates High levels of nitrates have been found in a number of wells … are little or no risk to human health. For example, low levels of fluoride have dental benefits, but high levels can have a negative impact on the development of …

Immunization for health care workers in BC

… recommended for health care workers who may be exposed to blood or body fluids. Individuals are considered to be … of vaccine. To check for immunity, hepatitis B antibody levels should be tested 1to 6 months after completion of the …

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

Babys first foods

… Offer family foods made with little or no added salt or sugar. Start with iron-rich foods and offer them at least 2 … after 6 months of age Drinks to avoid offering your baby Sugary drinks, including 100% fruit juice Skim, 1% and 2% …

Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

… to stay well hydrated; try having a cool non-alcoholic, low sugar drink during every feed in addition to other beverages … child to drink 1 to 1.5L (4-6 cups) of water daily Avoid sugary, carbonated, and caffeinated drinks to reduce the …

Pregnancy and dental health

… can increase the risk for other health conditions (e.g., diabetes and heart disease) Poor dental health may affect …

Prenatal ultrasound

… (NT) ultrasound. This NT ultrasound is done along with blood tests to determine your baby's chance of having Down …

Living well with hepatitis C virus

… after they have been infected with the virus. You need a blood test to see if you have HCV. About 75% of people … I prevent passing HCV on to others? HCV is spread through blood-to-blood contact. While there is a very low risk of spreading …

Hepatitis B immune globulin

… amounts of hepatitis B antibodies taken from donated human blood. Antibodies are proteins that a person’s immune system … globulin safe? Yes. HBIg is prepared from donated human blood that has been tested to ensure its safety. All blood donors are screened for exposure to viruses such as …