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… Sleep related infant death Last updated November 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 46 Download PDF Document English … related infant death? Put your baby to sleep on his or her back every time (at night and for naps) Babies who sleep on … babies who spit up a lot are safer sleeping on their backs. Healthy babies will naturally swallow or cough up fluids on …
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… Cervicitis Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08f Sexually Transmitted … or spotting between periods or after sexual intercourse Pain during vaginal sex It is also possible to have … that the infection will stay in your body or may be passed back to you or your partner(s). If this happens, talk with …
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… Trichomoniasis Last updated May 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 08p Sexually Transmitted … Itching, burning, redness and/or soreness of the genitals Pain or a burning feeling when urinating or during sex For … the infection could stay in your body or may be passed back to you or your partner(s) and cause health problems …
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… about influenza (the flu) Last updated September 16, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 12b Influenza (Flu) Series … people who have lung or heart diseases, certain chronic health conditions or weakened immune systems are at much … mild to severe, and can include: Fever, Headache, Muscle pain, Runny nose, Sore throat, Extreme tiredness A cough …
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… Your child's feelings Last updated April 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 92c Child Development Series … (even “bad” feelings) are normal and that there are healthy ways to respond to them. For example, “I’m feeling … and be respectful and let your child tell their side of the story. “I can see how angry you feel. Please tell me why you …
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… experience for your child Last updated August 1, 2012 HealthLink BC File number 50e Child Immunization Series … for your child's vaccines Vaccines or shots may cause some pain. These tips can lead to a more positive immunization … hurt, or sting" You can say "You need the vaccine to stay healthy. The medicine will be put in your arm with a needle. …
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… infection and genital warts Last updated November 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 101a Sexually Transmitted … infection at the same time. For an accurate diagnosis, a health care provider should check all suspicious bumps and … warts are flat or cauliflower-like bumps that are usually painless, may be itchy, and sometimes bleed. They can be …
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… and scalds in young children Last updated February 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 123 Download PDF Document English … of a burn or scald for young children? Hospitalization for painful burn treatment, which can require surgery Pressure … counter Turn pot handles inward on the stove and cook on back elements whenever possible Place young children in a …
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… Hearing loss in children Last updated October 26, 2022 HealthLink BC File number 71a Download PDF Document English … had a normal hearing test before. Contact your local public health hearing clinic or your family health care provider to … following: Ear discharge (fluid draining from ear) Earache (pain in the ear) Bad smell from the ear canal Reddened skin …
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… Shaken baby syndrome (SBS) Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 86 Download PDF Document English … of their head. During shaking, an infant's head moves back and forth in a figure eight motion. This rapid … help once you have put your baby in a safe place or call Healthlink BC at 8-1-1 . Never pick up a baby when you are …
