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Pregnancy and folic acid folate Preventing neural tube defects

… are foods that have specific nutrients added to them. Why is folate important for my health? Folate helps make healthy new cells. If you do not get enough folate, you … or barbiturates) Can I get enough folate from food? Eating foods with natural folate and foods fortified with …

Vancomycin-resistant enterococci VRE

… found in the stomach and bowels of about 19 out of every 20 healthy people. They are also normally found in the mouth … enterococci, but they are much more difficult to treat. Why is VRE a concern? The antibiotic vancomycin is one of … most important thing you can do is wash your hands before eating, drinking, smoking or applying personal care …

Vitamin D and your health

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why do I need vitamin D? Vitamin D helps your body absorb … to speak with a registered dietitian Nutrition Series Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol (#68a) Healthy …

Carbapenemase-producing organisms CPO

… (CRE) or Carbapenemase-producing enterobacteriaceae (CPE). Why are CPO a concern? CPO are commonly found in a number of … CPO are usually a low risk and rarely cause an infection in healthy people. If they spread from the gut to other parts … cleaned after going to the bathroom and before preparing or eating food. People identified as having a CPO should follow …

Iron in Foods

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why do I need iron? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to … all parts of your body. Babies and children need iron for healthy growth and development, including brain development. … your body You can absorb more non-heme iron from foods by eating them at the same time as foods with heme iron or …

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus MRSA

… in the nose or on the skin of approximately 3 out of 10 healthy people. Most people do not know that they are … now make up about 1 in 5 SA infections in the community. Why are MRSA a concern? People with MRSA are not more likely … most important thing you can do is wash your hands before eating, drinking, smoking, applying personal care products, …

Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… Wash your hands often to keep yourself and others healthy. Hand washing is the most important thing you can do … illnesses such as colds, the flu, diarrhea, or vomiting. Why is hand washing important? Washing your hands and your …

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. … your baby or child firmly in your lap in a seated position Why? Being held close to you calms your child and helps keep … players, or hand held video games to distract themselves Why? Research shows that the part of the brain that …

Contact with blood or body fluids Protecting against infection

… a person’s blood or body fluids you could be at risk of HIV, hepatitis B or hepatitis C, or other blood borne … informed consent in order for your blood to be tested for HIV, hepatitis B and C. Your treatment will be determined … preparing food and after handling uncooked foods Before eating or smoking Before breastfeeding Before and after …

Your childs feelings

… They will learn to tell you what they are feeling and why. Children learn how to understand their feelings and … (even “bad” feelings) are normal and that there are healthy ways to respond to them. For example, “I’m feeling … how angry you feel. Please tell me why you are so angry.” Treating children with respect teaches them to solve problems …