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Vegetarian feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… safe textures, when to introduce common food allergens, how much food to offer and more. Some of the food examples … my child to drink? Continue to offer your child human milk (breastmilk) with complementary foods until 2 years of age or … to get enough energy. To help lower fibre intake, try using refined grains such as white flour or white rice in …

Bacterial vaginosis BV

… not considered a sexually transmitted infection (STI). However, if you are exposed to an STI while you have BV, you are more likely to be infected by that STI. How do I know if I have BV? To find out if you have BV, you … sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safe sex by using a condom When used as directed, male and female …

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

… language, social skills, behaviour, hearing and vision. How much alcohol causes FASD? FASD is prevented by avoiding … parent’s overall health and well-being Alcohol drinking patterns such as binge drinking and heavy drinking If … toll-free in B.C. 1-800-663-1441. Does drinking during breast/chest feeding cause FASD? No, drinking alcohol while …

Cervicitis

… examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? The sexually transmitted organisms that … the potential complications? When the infection that is causing cervicitis is not treated, it can spread to the uterus … I am taking antibiotics? There is very little evidence to show that antibiotics stop hormonal forms of birth control …

Urethritis

… symptoms of unexplained or repeated infections in children. How is it spread? The sexually transmitted organisms that … may offer other treatments if another cause is identified. How can I reduce my chance of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, external (“male”) and …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… examined by a health care provider and have lab tests done. How is it spread? PID is most often caused by STIs. Factors … do not have any symptoms, and do not know they have it. However, when present, the most common symptoms are: Pain in … sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Practice safer sex by using a condom When used correctly, external (“male”) and …

Measles

… #14e Measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) vaccine . How is measles spread? Measles is very contagious and … or traveled to an area with a measles outbreak, have yourself examined by a health care provider. It is best to call … can make sure that you are taken into a closed area for an examination and attend the clinic at a time when the waiting …

Mumps

… may increase the rate of miscarriage but has not been shown to cause birth defects. Is there a mumps vaccine? There … #14e Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella (MMRV) Vaccine . How is mumps spread? Mumps is very contagious and spreads … can make sure that you are taken into a closed area for an examination and attend the clinic at a time when the waiting …

Rubella

… due to routine immunization. Cases still occur in Canada, however, in babies born to women who immigrate to Canada as … a rubella vaccine, you should get immunized to protect yourself against future exposure to the rubella virus. Contact … can make sure that you are taken into a closed area for an examination and attend the clinic at a time when the waiting …

Insect repellents and DEET

… There is no evidence that DEET poses a risk to pregnant or breastfeeding mothers, or their children. However, pregnant or breastfeeding women may wish to … a first line of defense. What are the age restrictions when using repellents with DEET? Guidelines for using repellents …