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Calcium and your health

… Information). If you are not getting enough calcium, try eating more foods that contain it. If you find it hard to … for children under 2 years of age Nutrition Series Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol (#68a) …

Vitamin D and your health

… 8-1-1 to speak with a registered dietitian Nutrition Series Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol (#68a) Healthy …

Petting zoo and open farm visits

… carry many types of harmful germs even if they appear healthy. You can get sick if you come into contact with the … can spread from hands to mouth. This can happen through eating, sucking fingers or when children put toys into their … touching the ground Right after leaving animal areas Before eating or drinking After cleaning and removing boots or …

Caffeinated energy drinks

… for using energy drinks apply to energy shots. Most healthy adults can have up to 400 mg of caffeine per day. … sleep and impact mental and physical health Cause increased heart rate and blood pressure Lead to anxiety, digestive … of sugary drinks as a child or teen can impact future eating habits and health. Sugar substitutes Some energy …

Group A streptococcal infections

… including the lungs, joints, and the membranes around the heart and brain. This can cause infections of the blood, … is a very severe infection more commonly known as flesh-eating disease. It can spread fast through the flesh … are often found in the nose and throat and on the skin of healthy people. When a person infected with GAS breathes, …

Travellers diarrhea

… immune system Have chronic renal failure Have congestive heart failure Have insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus Have … frequent, loose, or watery bowel movements resulting from eating or drinking contaminated foods or liquids. Symptoms … traveller’s diarrhea. The following tips can help you stay healthy while travelling. Do: Eat foods that are well cooked …

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 … out too fast and cause choking Have children sit up while eating and drinking Do not give children anything to eat or …

Living well with hepatitis C virus

… you may have physical exams and other tests to see how healthy your liver is. You may also be referred to a … can resume breast or chestfeeding What can I do to stay as healthy as possible? To promote good health while living … as advised by your health care provider Maintain a healthy weight Reduce stress and get adequate sleep Get …

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, … reaction and can save your child’s life. Steps for treating a severe allergic reaction Use the epinephrine …