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… Elementary school age children and their vision Last updated January … their symptoms? Your child should see your family health care provider or eye doctor if you notice any of these signs …
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… Travelling with children Last updated April 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … tropical and developing countries. Speak with your health care provider or travel clinic staff for advice before … Your child’s car seat. They may be able to use it on the plane if they have their own seat Can I travel by air with …
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… Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers Last updated April 16, 2024 HealthLink BC … Vietnamese Anyone who provides care to babies and young children must be aware of the risks of choking. Babies and …
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… Young children and their vision Last updated January 11, 2022 … for grasping, holding and throwing things. During the preschool years, children further develop vision skills needed … I watch for? Your child should see your family health care provider or eye doctor if you notice any of these signs …
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… Hearing loss in children Last updated October 26, 2022 HealthLink BC File … local public health hearing clinic or your family health care provider to find out more about making a referral. See … either temporary or permanent. Most hearing loss in young children is temporary or medically treatable. What can …
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… Sun safety for children Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Is the sun harmful to children? Children have sensitive skin that can easily be … of the neck, tops of feet and the back of the knees. Be careful when applying sunscreen near the eyes. It can be …
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… Burns and scalds in young children Last updated February 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … with those who are caring for your kids (e.g. grandparents, daycare staff, friends, babysitters) What do I do if my child …
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… Hearing tests for infants and children Last updated October 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Children start learning language from the moment they are … 1 out of every 400 births). For babies who need special care at birth, about 1 in 50 is born with permanent hearing …
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… Severe allergic reactions to food: Children and teens Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC … risk of a severe allergic reaction, ask your child’s health care provider. Children and teens at risk of a severe … health care provider to write an Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan that explains what to do in case of an allergic …
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… How to take a temperature: Children and adults Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink … are not the recommended temperature taking method for children. Speak to a pharmacist if you have any questions … to hold the thermometer under their tongue long enough: Carefully place the tip of the thermometer under your …
