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Caffeinated energy drinks

… digestive problems and dehydration Drinking enough water, getting adequate sleep, and having regular meals and snacks can all help to boost energy without relying on caffeine. Sugar The … activities, like a hockey tournament, a sports drink may be helpful. It’s easy to confuse sports drinks with caffeinated …

Food safety in child care facilities

… fever. Children 5 years and under are at a higher risk of getting sick because their immune systems are not fully … Proper food handling in child-care facilities can help prevent foodborne illness. How can I prevent foodborne … items such as lasagnas or soups are difficult to cool. To help cool foods quickly: Use shallow containers Split larger …

West Nile virus

… that prevents mosquitoes from biting or breeding will help to reduce the risk of infection with WNV. There are …

Lead in drinking water

… may be at higher risk of containing lead. A plumber can help identify if your home has leaded plumbing parts, and if …

Sun safety for children

… lenses, glasses that fit well, and a wrap-around design all help protect against damaging UV rays. Have your clear …

Shingles vaccine

… shingles vaccine. You should wait at least 1 year before getting Shingrix® if you received a live virus shingles … The shingles vaccine is the best way to protect you from getting shingles. The vaccine prevents more than 90% of … It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine. There is an extremely rare possibility …

Tetanus and diphtheria Td vaccine

… It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare … developed Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) within 8 weeks of getting a tetanus vaccine, without another cause being … can occur after some vaccines. There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. …

Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time

… to support the growth of a fetus. Hormonal contraception helps prevent pregnancy by doing one or more of the …

Dietary Fats and Your Health

… fat. Why is fat important? Dietary fat provides energy and helps with nutrient absorption and brain and nerve function. … health. Choosing unsaturated instead of saturated fats can help reduce your risk of heart disease. What are some food …

Human papillomavirus HPV vaccines

… provided free to all students in grade 6. People who missed getting the HPV vaccine can receive it for free as long as … It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare … should not get the vaccine. There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. …