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Time for bed

… a safe sleeping environment for your baby will reduce the risk of injuries and sleep related infant death, including … too hot) Breastfeeding has also been shown to reduce the risk of SIDs. Room sharing is when your child is within … or bed with another person. Bedsharing can be especially risky in some situations. It’s important to talk with your …
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Allergy safe adult care facilities

… involves: Following policies and procedures that reduce the risk of accidental exposures to foods that cause allergic … Give the epinephrine into the muscle of the outer-mid thigh, through clothing if necessary Call 9-1-1 or the local … surfaces well between preparing different foods Do not take risks. If you are not certain a food is safe for a resident …
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Community evacuation information for seniors

… home or community, leave the area immediately. You are at risk. Follow all instructions from local officials. Do not …
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Dental care for your infant and toddler

… to 6 years of age. Once your child has teeth, they are at risk for tooth decay. Many things cause tooth decay, … hygiene and unhealthy eating habits, can increase the risk of your child developing early childhood cavities. How …
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Prenatal ultrasound

… over the past few decades with no confirmed health risks for the baby or the mother. Ultrasound is not an X-ray … ultrasound  www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-risks-safety/radiation/medical/ultrasound.html For …
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Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… or after you take part in activities that increase your risk of getting or spreading germs. Wash your hands before …
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Harm reduction for families caregivers and friends of people who use substances

… second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour HealthLinkBC File #30b Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products …
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Childhood vaccines are safe

… Yes. The danger from the disease is much greater than the risk of a side effect from the vaccine. Health officials …
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Disinfecting drinking water

… or removes pathogens from drinking water, reducing health risks. You can disinfect water by adding chemicals, using …
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Home isolation for Tuberculosis TB

… children and people with weak immune systems are at the highest risk of getting sick. What is Tuberculosis (TB)? TB is a …