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Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… fortified plain plant-based yogurt. Choose options with higher amounts of fat per serving. Fat is an important … plant-based iron sources, pair iron-rich foods with foods high in vitamin C, such as: Orange, grapefruit Kiwi, … It’s also important for muscle function. Foods that are high in calcium include: Human milk Soy-based store-bought …

Safe sleeping for babies

… a safe sleeping environment for your baby will reduce the risk of injuries and sleep related infant death, including … baby Smoking or exposure to second-hand smoke increases the risk of SIDS. Carefully consider the risks of bedsharing The … who were born prematurely or with a low birthweight are at higher risk of death while bedsharing. The risk also goes up …

Quitting smoking

… people, these include: Improve your health and lower your risk of smoking-caused illness, like heart and lung … and lower blood pressure. Within one year of quitting, your risk of having a smoking-related heart attack decreases by … to quit cold turkey, without any aids, but you’ll have a higher chance of success by using one or more of the methods …

The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… nearby, especially children. There are ways to reduce the risks, such as by making your home smoke-free. How harmful … toxic and at least 70 that can cause cancer. There is no risk-free level of exposure to second-hand smoke or vapour. … second-hand smoke harm babies and children? Children are at higher risk of getting sick from second-hand smoke because …

Immune Globulin

… infectious viruses are present. There is an extremely small risk that some blood-borne infections could be passed on … also occur. Some immune globulins may be associated with a risk of thrombosis (blood clots) within 24 hours of injection, especially when large volumes are given. The risk of thrombosis increases for those: •45 years of age and …

Malaria prevention

… coma and even death. Areas of the world where malaria is a risk include Africa, South East Asia, South Asia, the Middle … wears off a few years after moving away from an area with risk of malaria. People who move to Canada from at risk areas will need anti-malaria medication when visiting …

The Infants Act mature minor consent and immunization

… child understands the details of the treatment, including risks and benefits. It is up to the health care provider to … care What the health care involves and The benefits and risks of the health care How does "mature minor consent" … other grades if children are behind in immunization or at risk for certain vaccine-preventable diseases). Most of the …

Salmonellosis

… vomiting. Dehydration may be severe, especially among at risk groups like the elderly, infants, and those with a … Be aware that eating the following foods will increase your risk of Salmonella infection: raw or under-cooked eggs or … desserts, some sauces or homemade ice cream. To reduce your risk of Salmonella infection use liquid whole pasteurized …

Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… drinking cups, forks, spoons or cigarettes. Those at highest risk of getting it from an infected person are: People … of getting it is very low. Some people are known to have a higher risk of getting the disease. Injection drug use is …

Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… a food as harmful. Some children with food allergy are at risk of having a severe allergic reaction. A severe allergic … not treated. If you are not sure whether your child is at risk of a severe allergic reaction, ask your child’s health … Give the epinephrine into the muscle of the outer-mid thigh, through clothing if necessary Call 9-1-1 or the local …