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Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… oxygen to all parts of the body. Children need iron for healthy growth and development, including brain … time as: Meat, poultry, fish or shellfish Foods that are high in vitamin C. This includes vegetables and fruits such … in an open cup if your baby is: 9 to 12 months of age and Eating a variety of iron-rich foods Too much milk can fill …

Allergy safe child care facilities

… of a severe allergic reaction can start within minutes of eating the food that triggers reactions. They will usually … symptoms include difficulty breathing or a drop in blood pressure. Symptoms of anaphylaxis can include any of … Give the epinephrine into the muscle of the outer-mid thigh, through clothing if necessary Call 9-1-1 or the local …

Dental care for your infant and toddler

… important for your child’s health. Dental care keep teeth healthy for a lifetime. Healthy baby teeth help children eat and speak clearly. Baby … may contribute to early childhood tooth decay: Frequent Eating(especially sticky or sugary foods) Constant use of a …

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus MRSA

… in the nose or on the skin of approximately 3 out of 10 healthy people. Most people do not know that they are … SA infection like a boil or skin abscess. You may be at higher risk if you have had long-term, frequent, or … most important thing you can do is wash your hands before eating, drinking, smoking, applying personal care products, …

Role of Pets in Human Disease

… Vietnamese Pets make wonderful companions and help keep us healthy and active. However, like people, they can become … File #61b Petting Zoo and Open Farm Visits . Who is at higher risk? People at risk of serious problems from some of … treats or food. Wash your hands before preparing food, eating or smoking Make sure that children wash their hands …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… Document Vietnamese Play is a very important part of healthy development. Through play and curiosity, your child … caring and nurturing way will support all aspects of their healthy development. As your child grows from newborn to … return” interactions can play a big role in your child’s healthy development. Play for babies By being attentive to …

Hepatitis B virus infection

… each year due to B.C.’s routine infant, school-age and high-risk adult immunization programs. Most chronic (long … B virus spread? HBV is spread through contact with the blood and other body fluids of someone with HBV infection. … is called an acute HBV infection. Less than 5 percent of healthy adults will develop chronic HBV infection. Most …

Toxoplasmosis

… Most infected people do not show any symptoms. A healthy person’s immune system usually prevents the parasite … touching anything that has come into contact with cat feces Eating raw or undercooked meats Drinking unpasteurized milk … with Toxoplasma Receiving an infected organ transplant or blood transfusion - this is very rare Pregnancy and …

HIV and HIV tests

… for HIV, but lifelong treatment with medications called highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) means that you … having oral sex (although the risk of HIV transmission is lower) a mother with HIV can pass it to her baby during … Although HIV is a life-long infection, you can still live a healthy and productive life. However, getting early and …

Food safety in child care facilities

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Eating food contaminated with germs causes foodborne … stomach pain and fever. Children 5 years and under are at a higher risk of getting sick because their immune systems are … online course: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/keeping-bc-healthy-safe/food-safety/food-safety-courses . FOODSAFE …