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The benefits of immunizing your child

… The benefits of immunizing your child Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines … your child’s body Vaccines help prevent diseases that can cause lifelong damage. For example, meningococcal disease can …

Vaginal yeast infection

… A vaginal yeast infection is a common infection caused by the overgrowth of yeast in the vagina. What causes … use of antibiotics; use of corticosteroid; problems with your immune system; use of birth control pills; pregnancy; or high blood sugar from poorly controlled diabetes. How is it spread? Vaginal yeast infections are not …

Burns and scalds in young children

… Burns and scalds in young children Last updated February 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Young children, who are naturally curious and like to … are at high risk of burns and scalds. The most common cause of burns and scalds in young children is from contact …

Your childs development from birth to 3 years

… Your child's development from birth to 3 years Last updated … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Your child’s experiences in the early months and years of … frustrated easily Cries less but may whimper or whine more Uses the word ‘no’ correctly or shakes head May have a …

Preventing Water-Borne Infections For People with Weakened Immune Systems

… to take extra precautions with their drinking water. Ask your doctor or nurse practioner how weak your immune system is, and whether you need to take extra … can contain different organisms, including bacteria, viruses and parasites, which can cause disease. These organisms …

Reye syndrome

… infection such as chickenpox or influenza. Reye syndrome causes swelling of the liver and brain, and can be fatal. How … with acetaminophen are Tylenol®, Tempra® and Atasol®. You can also use ibuprofen for relief of symptoms in … or swelling of the lining of the brain (meningitis), diabetes, drug overdose, poisoning, sudden infant death …

Quit or reduce vaping

… ingredients include chemicals and blends of chemicals used to make different flavours. The term "vaping" is also … products. What are the risks of vaping? Vaping can impact your health in several ways: Exposure to toxic and … symptoms of existing asthma or COPD Risks to children and youth: using nicotine in adolescence can impact brain …

Indoor air quality Combustion by-products

… by-products. These by-products can also get inside your home from car exhaust coming in through a garage. What … the blood’s ability to carry oxygen. Acute exposure may cause tiredness, headaches, nausea, flu-like symptoms, dizziness, impaired vision and confusion If you have heart disease, it may cause chest pain High levels …

Food safety in child care facilities

… Document Vietnamese Eating food contaminated with germs causes foodborne illness, also known as food poisoning. Common … illness. How can I prevent foodborne illness? Clean Wash your hands with warm soapy water for at least 20 seconds before you eat or handle any food and after you use the washroom. …

Lead paint and hazards

… the intellectual and behavioural development of infants and young children. Lead-based paint is a dangerous source of … as paint on doors, windows, stairs and railings can expose you and your family to health risks. Before you begin … or sanded into dust. Low levels of exposure to lead can cause health effects such as learning disabilities and …