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… Control the urge until they get seated on the potty Do not pressure your child to use the toilet. Rushing the process … a more goal-oriented approach. At a minimum, your child should be comfortable sitting on the toilet for a few … book to read. You are teaching them to relax and let nature take its course. Do not rush your child. At some point, your …
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… neglect can happen to older adults? Abuse and neglect can take many forms including physical, emotional, financial, … under a power of attorney Sexual abuse occurs when a person pressures an older adult for intimacy, sexually harasses or … safety, and they can help develop a safety plan. What should I do if I see a crime or harmful situation? Call the …
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… that absorption of even very low levels of lead into the blood may have harmful health effects on the intellectual … learning disabilities and behavioural problems in children. High levels of exposure to lead may cause lead poisoning and … environmental health officer for more information. Should lead-based paint be removed? Sometimes leaving …
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… may be less careful, or may be unaware of the dangers. Take special care to ensure that infants and babies are not … contaminated with cyanobacteria. The risk is particularly high for those who drink formula made with contaminated … HealthLinkBC File #49b Disinfecting Drinking Water . Who should I contact to report cyanobacteria? If you are …
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… added during the water treatment process, fluoride levels should never exceed this level. Fewer than 4 percent of the … must test fluoride levels in water. All water suppliers should make the test results available to users and the … issues. However, as with any naturally occurring element, high concentrations may be bad for your health. Fluoride is …
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… (you have not had the disease or been immunized), you should get the MMR vaccine, and then wait 1 month before … know if you are immune to rubella, you will be offered a blood test for rubella immunity as part of your prenatal … The doctor or triage nurse can make sure that you are taken into a closed area for an examination and attend the …
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… Extreme heat happens when the heat and humidity are much higher than we would expect during a normal summer day. … and the postpartum period. Many pregnant people have lower blood pressure during early pregnancy. Warm conditions bring blood …
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… harms related to substance use and drug policy, including blood borne infections, drug poisoning (overdose), … (agonist) therapies such as methadone or suboxone Take home naloxone kits. The kits include medication to … knowledge around safer sex practices and sexual health Should I have concerns about harm reduction? Some people …
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… Examples are: Access to safer substance use supplies Take home naloxone Drug checking services Referrals to health and social services Should families, caregivers and friends be concerned if a … and alcohol use HealthLinkBC File #97 Contact with blood or body fluids: Protecting against infection …
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… small amounts of food more often and choose foods that are higher in calories. Here are some examples of nutritious … Nuts, seeds and their butters 2% or 3.25% whole milk, high fat yogurt and cheese Yogurt smoothies and meal … and ask to speak with a registered dietitian. Do I need to take vitamin and mineral supplements? Maybe. People with …
