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Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well

… Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well Last updated November 1, … Spanish Document Vietnamese As a parent or caregiver, you can help your child learn important food skills and … to offer new foods and include foods your child has refused in the past. Offer the same food in different ways For …

Cryptosporidium infection

… is a parasite that infects the intestines. When you get sick from the infection the illness is called … is diarrhea. The number of people who have gotten sick because of Cryptosporidium infection in B.C. has decreased in … can survive in lakes, ponds, creeks and streams. You can become infected if you drink or accidentally swallow …

Pregnancy and dental health

… during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of your teeth and gums during pregnancy for the following … can increase the risk for other health conditions (e.g., diabetes and heart disease) Poor dental health may affect … a fluoride mouth rinse Do not smoke/vape, drink alcohol or use cannabis during pregnancy Continue to have regular …

Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine

… or those who are waiting for one A stem cell transplant Diabetes, cystic fibrosis or a chronic cerebrospinal fluid … it hard to clear fluids from the mouth or throat An alcohol use disorder Experiencing homelessness People who use … for people with certain medical conditions. Speak with your health care provider to find out if you need a second …

Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution

… to the next and from one hour to the next. This is because air quality is influenced by several things: The types … because they can remain in the air longer, get deeper into your lungs and may even get into your bloodstream. Fine … Increased risk of developing heart and lung diseases, diabetes and dementia Adverse birth outcomes such as lower …

Group A streptococcal infections

… and the membranes around the heart and brain. This can cause infections of the blood, muscles or lungs, and cause … children, older adults, those with chickenpox, people with diabetes, chronic heart or lung disease, and people who are … body tissue or limb. The original site of infection on your body may be a minor wound or injury such as a small …

Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… Fever may also occur. The pain is often far greater than you would expect from the wound or injury. The pain can … arm, leg or other body part. This kind of infection can cause gangrene – the death of tissue in a part of the body. … lung or liver disease, complications from alcoholism or diabetes Recent close contact with a person who had …

Pneumococcal conjugate PCV 13 vaccine

… BC File number 62a Download PDF Document English Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all … that makes it hard to clear fluids from the mouth or throat Diabetes, cystic fibrosis or a chronic cerebrospinal fluid … vaccine. There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. If you have concerns, …

Hepatitis C virus

… and pipes Sharing unsterilized materials or equipment used for tattoos, body-piercing, acupuncture or electrolysis … with symptoms around 6 weeks after being infected with HCV. You can clear HCV and still become infected again in the … scarring of the liver (cirrhosis), kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, liver failure, liver cancer or the need for a …

Pregnancy and folic acid folate Preventing neural tube defects

… naturally in foods. Folic acid is a form of folate. It's used in vitamin supplements and fortified foods. Fortified … for my health? Folate helps make healthy new cells. If you do not get enough folate, you could get anemia. People … of NTDs or had a pregnancy affected by NTDs You have diabetes, obesity, gastrointestinal conditions such as …