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… Drinking water chlorination facts Last updated June 14, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 49d Download PDF Document English … chlorine disinfectants to drinking water to protect public health. For more information on water-borne infections, see HealthLinkBC File #49a Water-borne Infections in British …
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… For child care providers Last updated April 16, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 110b Child Nutrition Series … by putting small objects into their mouths If a child has a medical condition that affects chewing or swallowing, they … greater risk for choking. Talk to the child's parent or a health care provider to find out what foods are safe for …
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… Swimmer's itch Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 52 Download PDF Document English … you can take: Speak with other visitors to the area, local health officers or parks representatives about the water … for swimming and do not dive into unknown waters. See HealthLinkBC File #39 Safety Tips for Swimmers or contact …
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… (parvovirus infection) Last updated October 29, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 54 Download PDF Document English … Those with weakened immune systems due to disease or medical treatment Pregnant people, as they can pass the … following home treatment tips may help you to be more comfortable while you rest and recover: Drink plenty of liquids …
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… Toxoplasmosis Last updated March 18, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 43 Download PDF Document English … Most infected people do not show any symptoms. A healthy person’s immune system usually prevents the parasite … of becoming pregnant, be sure to follow the advice in this HealthLinkBC File on how to avoid infection. A growing fetus …
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… Facts about chickenpox Last updated November 1, 2012 HealthLink BC File number 44a Download PDF Document English … protection against chickenpox. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #44b Chickenpox (Varicella) Vaccine . How … can do are those that make you or your child feel more comfortable. Some steps you can take are to: Drink lots of …
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… Febrile seizures (fever seizures) Last updated May 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number 112 Download PDF Document English … under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye syndrome, see HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye syndrome . What should I do if my …
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… Hepatitis C virus Last updated November 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 40a Download PDF Document English … cured of HCV. If you have chronic HCV, you should see your health care provider regularly. During these visits, you may … you receive these vaccines for free from your local public health unit or health care provider. For more information …
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… care for your infant and toddler Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 19 Download PDF Document English … . How can I comfort my baby when they are teething? Teething may cause some … Can fluoride help stop tooth decay? The Canadian Dental and Medical Associations and the dental professionals of British …
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… Disinfecting drinking water Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 49b Download PDF Document English … kills or removes pathogens from drinking water, reducing health risks. You can disinfect water by adding chemicals, … water stand uncovered for a few hours, or pour it back and forth from one clean container to another several times If …
