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Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time

… as anti-seizure drugs. Ask your health care provider about how your hormonal contraception may affect your other … my contraception? Yes. Certain medications may affect how well your hormonal contraception works. Some may stop … will not affect your contraception. Pregnancy prevention How does hormonal contraception prevent pregnancy? Pregnancy …

Toxoplasmosis

… the symptoms of toxoplasmosis? Most infected people do not show any symptoms. A healthy person’s immune system usually … can also cause blurred vision or temporary loss of vision. How is toxoplasmosis spread? All animals and birds can … be sure to follow the advice in this HealthLinkBC File on how to avoid infection. A growing fetus can become infected …

Iron in Foods

… and nutrition facts table to see if iron has been added and how much. What are the different forms of iron? There are 2 … peas Papaya, kiwi fruit, strawberries Oranges, grapefruit How much iron is in food? You can use the food sources table below to find out how much iron a food contains. You can also use the Canadian …

Financial abuse of older adults

… physically or emotionally unwell. For information about how men and women may experience abuse or neglect … housing, good nutrition, medication and healthy activities. How can abuse and neglect be prevented? To help prevent …

Childhood vaccines What is in the vaccines and why

… fungi, they could get sick. A large number of studies have shown no link between the use of vaccines containing … (MMR and MMRV vaccines). Children with egg allergies can be safely immunized with these vaccines. For more information …

Influenza flu immunization Myths and facts

… the common cold or stomach flu, which can cause confusion. However, the influenza virus causes a respiratory illness … can get an influenza vaccine without any problems. However, if you have had a severe allergic reaction to a … before being immunized. People with egg allergies can be safely immunized with an influenza vaccine. Myth: The …

Disinfecting drinking water

… drinking water suppliers disinfect water to make it safe. However, you may need to disinfect your own drinking water, … because: The water does not have adequate treatment Tests show the presence of “fecal coliform” or E. Coli bacteria, an … Systems HealthLinkBC File #69b Feeding Your Baby Formula: Safely Making and Storing Formula … Disinfecting drinking …

The benefits of immunizing your child

… when most parents choose to get them for their children. However, at times large groups of parents have chosen not to …

A better immunization experience for your child

… benefit from longer preparation time, but it can depend on how your child copes. When you discuss the vaccine and … and helps keep legs and arms still so vaccines can be given safely. Sitting upright helps children feel more secure and … hand held video games to distract themselves Why? Research shows that the part of the brain that processes pain is less …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… as fine and gross motor skills, and thinking skills such as how to do things or how things work. Your child and play As a parent, you are … learn the cues they give to tell you what they need and how they are feeling. These cues will also help you know …