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Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… Wash your hands often to keep yourself and others healthy. Hand washing is the most important thing you can do …

Diphtheria tetanus pertussis hepatitis B polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib vaccine

… result in very severe breathing problems. It can also cause heart failure and paralysis. About 1 in 10 people who get … (stool) of an infected person. This can happen from eating food or drinking water contaminated with stool. …

Malaria prevention

… untreated, malaria may cause seizures, anemia, jaundice, heart failure, kidney failure, respiratory distress, coma and even death. Areas of …

Your childs feelings

… (even “bad” feelings) are normal and that there are healthy ways to respond to them. For example, “I’m feeling … bond that your baby’s brain and body needs to develop in a healthy way. Research also tell us that babies whose cries … how angry you feel. Please tell me why you are so angry.” Treating children with respect teaches them to solve problems …

Hepatitis B virus infection

… is called an acute HBV infection. Less than 5 percent of healthy adults will develop chronic HBV infection. Most … of the liver, called cirrhosis, which can lead to liver failure and/or cancer in a small number of people. What …

Cryptosporidium infection

… water while swimming. You can also become infected by eating raw or undercooked food contaminated with … usually last for 1 to 2 weeks in people who are otherwise healthy. In some cases, symptoms can return after you have … drink unpasteurized milk or juices Wash your hands before eating and handling food, and after using the toilet, …

Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… oxygen to all parts of the body. Children need iron for healthy growth and development, including brain … 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 …

Breastfeeding or chestfeeding

… eat when I’m lactating? You do not need to follow a special diet to support lactation. Enjoy regular meals and snacks … or are at risk of low vitamin B12 levels. Discuss with a dietitian or your health care provider if you have questions … You can also call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered nurse or dietitian. Child Nutrition Series Preventing choking in …

Tetanus and diphtheria Td vaccine

… result in very severe breathing problems. It can also cause heart failure and paralysis. About 1 in 10 people who get …

Tetanus diphtheria pertussis Tdap vaccine

… in very serious breathing problems. It can also cause heart failure and paralysis. About 1 in 10 people who get …