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… children and their vision Last updated January 11, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 53a Download PDF Document English … How developed is my child’s vision? Babies can see at birth, but they have to learn to use their eyes. They have … You can reduce the risk of eye injuries and increase eye safety for children by doing the following: Do not allow …
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… Sleep related infant death Last updated November 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 46 Download PDF Document English … Some babies, such as premature babies and those with low birth weight, are at higher risk of SIDS than others. What … crib. Ensure the crib, cradle or bassinet meets Canadian safety regulations. For more information about Canadian …
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… Tetanus immune globulin Last updated June 30, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 18d Download PDF Document English … TIg is prepared from donated human blood that is tested for safety. All blood donors are screened for exposure to … are given. The risk of thrombosis is increased in those: 45 years of age and older With a history of thrombosis With …
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… Children and adults Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 99 Download PDF Document English … after use. How should I take a child’s temperature? From birth to age 5, the most common way to take a temperature is … mouth method can be used for children who are older than 5 years of age. It is not recommended for children younger …
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… and varicella (MMRV) vaccine Last updated June 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 14e Download PDF Document English … Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the MMRV … 1 dose of MMR and varicella vaccines on or after their 1st birthday. The dose of MMRV vaccine provides more protection …
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… Hepatitis B immune globulin Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 25b Download PDF Document English … from donated human blood that has been tested to ensure its safety. All blood donors are screened for exposure to … are given. The risk of thrombosis is increased in those: 45 years of age and older With a history of thrombosis With …
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… Breastfeeding or chestfeeding Last updated July 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 70 Child Nutrition Series Download … to offer human milk if you’re able to, until your baby is 2 years or older. Why is human milk good for my baby? Human … may help you: Bond with your baby Heal after giving birth Decrease your risk of breast cancer, ovarian cancer …
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… For child care providers Last updated April 16, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 110b Child Nutrition Series … speak or cough, follow your organization's health and safety procedures. Call 9-1-1 or take the child to the … eating safer for a child? Until children are at least 4 years old: Do not offer foods that are round, hard, sticky …
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… (parvovirus infection) Last updated October 29, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 54 Download PDF Document English … in the baby developing anemia, or in a miscarriage or still birth, although this is rare Babies born to mothers who were … ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen …
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… and scalds in young children Last updated February 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 123 Download PDF Document English … garments and splints that have to be worn for up to two years following the injury Prominent, raised scars Tight … entering and turning on the hot water taps Place a fence or safety screen around fireplaces and other heaters to prevent …
