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Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza (flu) … vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and even save lives. As people age, … influenza (flu) vaccine Image Image Influenza (Flu) Series Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza (flu) …

Necrotizing Fasciitis Flesh-Eating Disease

… Necrotizing Fasciitis (Flesh-Eating Disease) Last updated February 1, 2019 HealthLink BC … bacteria are found on the skin or in the nose and throat of healthy people. Many people carry these bacteria but don’t … infections and rheumatic fever. It is not fully understood why group A streptococcus bacteria sometimes cause …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… Managing eating, chewing and swallowing difficulties in care … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Eating, chewing and swallowing difficulties can occur in … cerebral palsy and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Why is it important to manage eating, chewing and swallowing …

Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well

… you can help your child learn important food skills and eating habits. You can also help shape positive attitudes towards food and eating. Healthy eating is about more than just what we eat. It’s … nutritious foods from an early age to help them develop healthy habits for life. Give your child foods with …

Dietary Fats and Your Health

… fats are considered the healthiest type of dietary fat. Why is fat important? Dietary fat provides energy and helps … longer be added to foods sold in Canada. How do I include healthy fat in my diet? At home Cook and bake with vegetable … products that are lowest in saturated and trans fat When eating out The percent daily value (%DV) tells you if a food …

Pregnancy and dental health

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is dental health during pregnancy important? It is … risk of infant death How can I keep my teeth and gums healthy? Your teeth can be affected by what you eat and … You can help your baby to develop strong teeth and bones by eating healthy foods during pregnancy and getting enough …

Living well with hepatitis B virus infection

… unless the nipples are cracked and bleeding The healthy, intact skin of others coming into contact with your … and herbal medicines. Avoid ibuprofen Get tested for HIV, hepatitis C virus and other sexually transmitted … vaccine Eat healthy, nutritious food as outlined by the Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide. Visit …

Fibre and Your Health

… have a combination of both. Canada’s food guide recommends eating whole grain foods like oats, quinoa and brown rice. … refined grains. They also have more vitamins and minerals. Why is fibre important? Eating high-fibre foods can lower … and colon cancer. Insoluble fibre can help keep your gut healthy and prevent constipation. Soluble fibre can help: …

Iron and Your Health

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why is iron important? Iron is a mineral that your body uses … getting sick more easily. Babies and children need iron for healthy growth and development, including brain development. … the formula until they are 9 to 12 months of age and are eating a variety of iron-rich foods. At about 6 months, your …

Calcium and your health

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why do I need calcium? Calcium is one of the building blocks … 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) …