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… Burns and scalds in young children Last updated February 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … scalds in young children is from contact with hot drinks/food, hot tap water, and hot surfaces. Why are young … entering and turning on the hot water taps Place a fence or safety screen around fireplaces and other heaters to prevent …
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… Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat Last … For more information on heat-related illness and keeping children safe during extreme heat, visit: HealthLinkBC File … young children during extreme heat For more information on foods and drinks to limit or avoid during pregnancy or …
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… Hearing tests for infants and children Last updated October 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Children start learning language from the moment they are … to recognize the signs of hearing loss early so that children can receive any supports they need to be …
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… Residential hot tubs and pools: Health and safety tips Last updated June 6, 2024 HealthLink BC File … and stored in a locked location or out of the reach of children. Your local pool supplier may offer water testing … or tingling in your feet and hands. How can I ensure the safety of pool and hot tub users? It is the owner’s …
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… Baby's first foods Last updated October 3, 2024 HealthLink BC File number … do not need a vitamin D supplement. When do I offer solid foods to my baby? Start offering solid foods to your baby at … File #110b Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers HealthLinkBC: Reducing …
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… Elementary school age children and their vision Last updated January 12, 2022 … ocular development. Should my child have a vision test? All children should have a comprehensive eye examination by … You can reduce the risk of eye injuries and increase eye safety for children. Teach children to play safely with toys …
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… How to take a temperature: Children and adults Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink … are not the recommended temperature taking method for children. Speak to a pharmacist if you have any questions … common way to take a temperature is under the armpit. For children older than 2, temperatures can also be taken by ear …
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… Heat-related illness in infants and young children Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC File … to anyone's health, but infants (0-1 year) and young children (1-5 years) may be at a higher risk of heat-related … File #35 Heat-related illness HealthLinkBC File #35a Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat …
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… Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers Last updated September 17, … red blood cells and carry oxygen to all parts of the body. Children need iron for healthy growth and development, … I make sure my child has enough iron? Introduce iron-rich foods to your baby at around 6 months. This is when your …
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… Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers Last updated April 16, … of choking because they: Have less practice controlling food in their mouths Do not always chew food into small … speak or cough, follow your organization's health and safety procedures. Call 9-1-1 or take the child to the …
