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Healthy snacks for adults

… the nutrition facts tables. Choose products that are lower in sodium, sugars and saturated fat At home Include a vegetable or … with High Cholesterol (#68a) Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure (#68b) Iron and Your Health (#68c) Iron in …

Lead paint and hazards

… and scientific research shows that absorption of even very low levels of lead into the blood may have harmful health effects on the intellectual … health risks. Before you begin renovations, consider the following information in order to minimize the health risks to …

West Nile virus

… the number of mosquitos infected with WNV in B.C. is low and the risk of WNV infection in people in B.C. is considered low. How can I protect myself? Any activity that prevents … sure you and your clothing do not contact the bird, its blood, or other body fluids or feces Dispose of the bird …

A better immunization experience for your child

… rolling boil for at least 2 minutes Dissolve 1 teaspoon of sugar in 10 ml (2 teaspoons) of the boiled water in a … of age and older: Deep breathing: Have your child focus on blowing out during the vaccine injection. Ask your child to: Blow bubbles Blow out a pretend candle Blow a pinwheel or …

Healthy eating guidelines for people taking warfarin anticoagulants Coumadin®

… when taking warfarin. When we cut or scrape our skin, our blood forms a clot (or plug) so that we don't bleed too … happens, blood clots can form in the body and block blood flow. This can cause heart attack, stroke, deep vein … that prevents blood clots. Warfarin makes your blood clot slower. Vitamin K has the opposite effect of warfarin and …

The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… amount of smoke you are exposed to. For some people, even low levels of exposure can cause physical reactions. These … heart rate, less oxygen to the heart and constricted blood vessels that increase blood pressure and make the … risk of miscarriages, premature birth and babies with low birth weight. How does second-hand smoke harm babies and …

Breastfeeding or chestfeeding

… bodies. Both chestfeeding and breastfeeding are used below to ensure that all parents feel represented and … compared to babies who are not breastfed or chestfed May lower the risk of sleep-related infant death Why is … Decrease your risk of breast cancer, ovarian cancer and diabetes When can I start breastfeeding or chestfeeding my …

Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

… Keep cool outside During an extreme heat event, you can lower the risk of heat-related illness by keeping infants … to stay well hydrated; try having a cool non-alcoholic, low sugar drink during every feed in addition to other …

Elementary school age children and their vision

… a vision problem. Changes in a child's vision happen very slowly. A child may think that everyone else sees the same … vision Trouble focusing or making eye contact Difficulty following objects or people Poor performance in school or lack …

Lunches to go

… processed meats can be convenient but tend to be higher in sugar, sodium and saturated fat. If you buy these foods, … sugar, sodium and saturated fat and choose the product with lowest %DV. Generally, 5%DV or less is “a little” and 15%DV … Apple slices, zucchini muffin and seed butter (e.g. sunflower seed butter) Strips of French toast with yogurt and …