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… to cyanobacteria? You can be exposed to cyanobacteria by drinking water or by getting it on your skin during … bad. This will likely discourage many individuals from drinking or playing in this water. However, some individuals (such as young children) may be less careful, or may be unaware of …
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… and complications from malaria if you are pregnant, a young child or have a weakened immune system. Malaria … brain abnormalities, vision and hearing loss, and more. In adults, there have been increased reports of a serious … travellers HealthLinkBC File #41c Travel immunizations for adults HealthLinkBC File #41d Travelling with children …
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… contact. It can also be spread through saliva. Babies and young children can become sick through sharing soothers, … bottles or toys used by other children. Older children and adults can become sick through activities such as kissing, …
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… umbrellas, scissors, lollipop sticks, uncooked spaghetti, drinking straws, or pieces of wire, can cause an eye injury … harm the skin. Sunglasses are recommended for children and adults. To protect eyes, sunglasses should: Have large … File #11 Ultraviolet Radiation HealthLinkBC File #53a Young Children and Their Vision For more information on …
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… vitamin D and healthy fats are important nutrients for young children. Regularly offer your child foods with: Iron: … How do I help my child eat safely? Young children are at higher risk of choking. Always stay with your child while they are eating or drinking and learn how to help if they choke. Prepare foods …
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… HealthLinkBC: File #110b Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers HealthLinkBC: … old Child Nutrition Series Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding …
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… States. Who has a higher risk of getting swimmer’s itch? Young children who wade and splash in shallow water bodies … the presence of schistosomes and their larvae is higher Younger children’s skin can be more sensitive than the skin … family doctor or HealthLink BC. Antihistamines may make young children sleepy. Antihistamines may stimulate the …
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… contact. It can also be spread through saliva. Babies and young children can become sick through sharing soothers, … bottles or toys used by other children. Older children and adults can become sick through activities such as kissing, …
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… these bacteria. You can get yersiniosis by eating food or drinking water contaminated with Yersinia bacteria. … spread Yersinia bacteria. It is easy for people, especially young children, to get infected by putting their hands or …
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… air, food and soil. At low concentrations, fluoride in drinking water prevents dental cavities and improves oral … Canada, the recommended amount of fluoride is 0.7 mg/L in drinking water for communities that wish to add fluoride to … using fluoridated water, children develop strong teeth. As adults, they will have fewer cavities or missing teeth. …
