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Sleep related infant death

… Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, or SIDS, which occurs when a baby dies suddenly while sleeping without a clear … I do to reduce the risk of sleep related infant death? Put your baby to sleep on his or her back every time (at night … the Lower Mainland). Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in multiple languages Share a room with your …

Pregnancy and folic acid folate Preventing neural tube defects

… catching their breath. Why is folate important for my baby? Folate lowers the risk of your unborn baby having a neural tube defect (NTD). The … with a neural tube defect? NTDs can happen during the very early weeks of pregnancy, when you may not know that you are …

Fifth disease parvovirus infection

… "slapped cheek" disease. It’s most common in late winter to early spring. What are the symptoms of fifth disease? Many … discharge of a person with the disease and then touching your own eyes or mouth (for example from a wet tissue, a … you can spread the disease to others for about 7 to 10 days before the rash appears. By the time the rash appears …

Prenatal ultrasound

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Your health care provider may request that you have one or … ultrasound scan may: Determine the age of your baby (in days and weeks) and your estimated due date Look at the size … the position of your baby allows for the genitalia to be clearly seen, the sex (male or female) will be listed on the …

HIV testing in pregnancy

… get tested? HIV testing is important for people to receive early treatment, care and information to manage their … other people. A person with HIV can pass the virus to their baby during pregnancy, childbirth or while breast/chest feeding. Because of the risk of passing HIV to your baby, it is very important for you to get tested for …

Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat

… to anyone's health, but people who are pregnant or had a baby within the past 6 weeks may be at a higher risk, … of pregnancy related complications. If it gets very hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible. By … heat exhaustion, can be treated at home if they are caught early. If you are showing signs of mild/moderate …

Travelling with children

… travel to tropical and developing countries. Speak with your health care provider or travel clinic staff for advice … air with a premature infant (baby) or infant younger than 7 days old. While the plane is taking off and landing, … call your health care provider. These symptoms could be an early sign of Reye Syndrome, a rare but serious illness. For …

Pregnancy and alcohol use

… during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you and your developing baby if you drink alcohol when you are pregnant. Fetal … as a friend, partner, or community support worker. Getting early and regular prenatal care is an important step to a …

Lunches to go

… Spanish Document Vietnamese Lunch is an important part of your child’s day. Eating a variety of nutritious foods while … much to eat. It’s normal for your child to eat more on some days than others. Know that sometimes food may come back … children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby formula: Before you start (#69a) Feeding your baby …

Hearing loss in adults

… about danger and to be aware of the world around us. Nearly 1 out of every 4 Canadian adults report some level of … what people say Have ringing, hissing or clicking noises in your ear What are the different types of hearing loss? There … to deteriorate or drop rapidly (over the span of 1 to 3 days), you should seek emergency medical attention …