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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is fluoride? Fluoride is a mineral found naturally in our water, air, … Quality is 1.5 mg/L. Whether naturally occurring or added during the water treatment process, fluoride levels should …
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… Childhood vaccines are safe Last updated January 1, 2016 … ImmunizeBC https://immunizebc.ca/ . For more information on childhood immunization, see: HealthLinkBC File #50a Your … Benefits of Immunizing Your Child HealthLinkBC File #50d Childhood Vaccines: What is in the Vaccines and Why …
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… Childhood vaccines: What is in the vaccines and why Last … the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is in childhood vaccines? Vaccines are made with ingredients that … and safe when they are being made, shipped and stored. Do childhood vaccines contain thimerosal? In B.C., thimerosal …
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… Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC … the heat and humidity are much higher than we would expect during a normal summer day. Extreme heat can be harmful to … access to a cool indoor environment. Weight normally gained during a pregnancy can make it harder for the body to …
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… Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC … the heat and humidity are much higher than we would expect during a normal summer day. Extreme heat can be harmful to … the library or a community/ recreation centre Close windows during the heat of the day to trap cooler air inside Cover …
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… is the easiest way to keep them healthy. What is early childhood tooth decay (cavities)? Early childhood tooth … at bedtime) Not brushing your child’s teeth daily Not using fluoride tooth paste According to the Canadian Dental … Soothers or pacifiers are sometimes given to babies during rest, sleep or other times. If you choose to give …
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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is dental health during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of … teeth at least twice a day with toothpaste that contains fluoride Clean carefully along the gumline where plaque … If this is not possible, rinse your mouth with water or a fluoride mouth rinse Do not smoke/vape, drink alcohol or use …
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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 … SIDS. Breastfeeding also helps protect your baby from many childhood illnesses. Breastfeeding is easier when you share …
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… chemicals of concern in B.C. groundwater are: nitrates, fluoride and metals such as arsenic, lead, copper and … or no risk to human health. For example, low levels of fluoride have dental benefits, but high levels can have a …
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… immunizations may be stressful for you, try to be calm during the appointment and when talking about immunization … musical toy to distract your child immediately before and during the vaccination. Ask older children questions about … BC at https://immunizebc.ca/ . More HealthLinkBC Files on childhood immunization: #50a Your Baby's Immune System and …
