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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is dental health during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of your teeth and gums during pregnancy for the following reasons: Hormonal changes … x-rays and local anesthetics for dental treatment can be safely provided during pregnancy. If x-rays are required, …
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… behavioural problems affecting people exposed to alcohol during pregnancy. FASD is the leading developmental … FASD? FASD is prevented by avoiding drinking any alcohol during pregnancy. There is no safe amount, safe time or safe type of alcohol to drink during pregnancy . It is not known how much alcohol it takes …
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… Asbestos: When Should I Worry . How can I protect myself during the clean-up? Wear appropriate protective equipment … eye protection and a well-fitted respirator such as an N95. During cleaning, avoid touching exposed skin with … hot water and detergent. You should not wear footwear used during clean up into clean areas. Remember to bathe or …
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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Is it safe to travel during pregnancy? Pregnant women can be at increased risk of … or the Zika virus are common. The safest time to travel is during 18 to 24 weeks of pregnancy. Most complications during pregnancy occur during the first and third …
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… or by a parent, child, or pet rolling onto the baby during sleep. What causes SIDS? The cause of SIDS is not … own. Avoid using items that prop the baby in one position during sleep. If your baby has a health condition that … of alcohol and other drugs The use of certain substances during and after pregnancy may also increase the risk of …
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… paint, vinyl wallpaper, wallboard or paneling. How do I safely remove lead-based paint? Certain precautions can help … These tips will help protect you and your family’s health during renovations. Depending on the difficulty of the work … is a chance your home will be contaminated with lead dust during renovations, move toddlers, preschool children, and …
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… idea that can guide your interactions with your child, during playtime or at other times of the day. Pay attention … age 3, they will start to play with other children Safety during play To ensure safety, stay ahead of your baby to …
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… For a full list of ways to reduce your child’s discomfort during immunization, see HealthLinkBC File #50e A Better … can also be used in older children and adults. How do I safely use numbing products and are there side effects? …
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… airborne spongy moth hairs, silken threads and shed skins during large-scale infestations has caused allergic … and can be used on certified organic farms. What happens during aerial spraying? Aerial spraying of Foray 48B® for …
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… not prepare food for others. How can parents pack food safely? If you send food with your children, support them to do so safely. Remind them to keep hot foods hot and cold foods …
