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Feeding your baby formula Before you start

… M.F.) cow milk at 9 to 12 months of age, if your baby is eating a variety of iron-rich foods Do not feed homemade … expiration date What type of formula can I offer my baby? Healthy babies born at full term, which is 37 weeks or more …

Heat-related illness

… to stay hydrated. What causes heat-related illness? A healthy human body maintains a temperature of about 37°C … through increased blood flow to the skin and increased sweating. This allows your body to cool and return to its … urine production or urine that is very dark Increasing heart rate and rapid, shallow breathing Fever, particularly …

E coli infection

… E. coli is present in the intestines and feces of many healthy animals including cattle, goats, sheep, deer and … any fruits and vegetables with cold running water before eating them raw, even if they will be peeled or cut. Use a …

A better immunization experience for your child

… hurt, or sting" You can say "You need the vaccine to stay healthy. The medicine will be put in your arm with a needle. …

Home isolation for Tuberculosis TB

… contact with others Take your medicines as directed, eat healthy foods and get plenty of rest Wear a mask that covers …

Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and even save lives. As people age, … can also lead to more complications for people who have heart, lung or other health conditions. These complications …

Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat

… illness include: Irritability Thirst or dry mouth Fast heart rate even when resting Feeling generally unwell Heavy sweating Muscle cramps Heat rash or heat edema (swelling) … and/or vomiting Fainting or loss of consciousness Increased heart rate and rapid, shallow breathing Unusual confusion …

Cyclospora infection cyclosporiasis

… number of days to become infectious. People are infected by eating contaminated food or water. The parasite is not … Cyclospora infection. These outbreaks have been linked to eating contaminated, imported fresh produce. High-risk foods … Wash fruits and vegetables as thoroughly as possible before eating them. However, washing may not eliminate the risk Be …

Facts about influenza the flu

… infants and very young children, people who have lung or heart diseases, certain chronic health conditions or weakened immune systems are at much greater risk. Healthy pregnant women in the second half of their pregnancy … symptoms at home? If you get sick with influenza, treating symptoms can help. Follow the self-care advice below: …

Salmonellosis

… foods sit for a long time at room temperature Be aware that eating the following foods will increase your risk of … other foods that are not cooked thoroughly Be aware that eating raw or undercooked sprouts can put you at risk of …