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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 … physical activity every day to build strong bones, muscles, heart and lungs. Try dancing, skipping, jumping or running …

Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… in watches, calculators and handheld games How can I make eating safer for a child? Until children are at least 4 … Always supervise babies and young children when they are eating: Offer food in small amounts to prevent children from … Contact your public health dietitian or licensing officer, or call 8-1-1 and speak to a …

Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… of a severe allergic reaction can start within minutes of eating the food that triggers reactions. They will usually … itchy nose, watery eyes and sneezing), trouble swallowing Heart : signs of a drop in blood pressure like weak pulse, … about food allergies, call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered dietitian. For more information about understanding and …

Allergy safe child care facilities

Pregnancy and folic acid folate Preventing neural tube defects

… Why is folate important for my health? Folate helps make healthy new cells. If you do not get enough folate, you … who have anemia feel tired or weak, and may have a racing heartbeat and trouble catching their breath. Why is folate … or barbiturates) Can I get enough folate from food? Eating foods with natural folate and foods fortified with …

Seniors falls can be prevented

… the effects of a stroke, Parkinson’s disease, arthritis, heart disease, incontinence or acute infection Changes in … it also increases energy levels, helps to keep your brain healthy and improves mood Adults aged 65 and older should do … HealthLinkBC File #68j Healthy eating and healthy aging for adults Canadian Centre on …

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 … the infection. Treatment may be required if the eyes or heart is affected or if the infection occurs in people who …

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 … may contribute to early childhood tooth decay: Frequent Eating(especially sticky or sugary foods) Constant use of a … Bacteria, combined with poor dental hygiene and unhealthy eating habits, can increase the risk of your child …

Vancomycin-resistant enterococci VRE

… found in the stomach and bowels of about 19 out of every 20 healthy people. They are also normally found in the mouth … the food. What are your chances of getting VRE? If you are healthy and living in the community, your chances of … most important thing you can do is wash your hands before eating, drinking, smoking or applying personal care …

Carbapenemase-producing organisms CPO

… CPO are usually a low risk and rarely cause an infection in healthy people. If they spread from the gut to other parts … cleaned after going to the bathroom and before preparing or eating food. People identified as having a CPO should follow … after touching infected areas and before preparing and eating food Do not share personal care items such as towels, …