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… in less than 1 in 20,000 people who get mumps. Adults and teens with mumps can have painful swelling of the testicles … may increase the rate of miscarriage but has not been shown to cause birth defects. Is there a mumps vaccine? There … for at least 5 days after your salivary gland swelling started Washing your hands regularly Coughing or sneezing …
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… Association, the damage that sugar does to teeth depends on how much sugar goes into the mouth and how long it stays in the mouth. When your child eats or … your baby’s gums with a wet clean face cloth. When teeth start to come in, use a small soft-bristled toothbrush with …
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… Over time, babies gradually sleep longer during the night. How can I make sure that my child is safe when they are … and warm, but not too hot) Breastfeeding has also been shown to reduce the risk of SIDs. Room sharing is when your … your baby’s sleep patterns will change. Your baby will start each night with a few hours of very deep sleep, …
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… foods, such as gelatin or honey Most babies are ready to start solid foods around 6 months old. Your baby can eat … safe textures, when to introduce common food allergens, how much food to offer and more. Some of the food examples … nutrition facts table to see if vitamin D has been added. How can I make sure my child gets all key nutrients?  Be …
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… by Health Canada. For more information, visit Immunize BC: How vaccines work . Who should get the vaccine? The protein … 12 years of age and older. More information, including how to register for the vaccine, can be found on the … that causes COVID-19 and could get infected and sick again. How is the vaccine given? The vaccine is given by injection. …
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… by Health Canada. For more information, visit Immunize BC: How vaccines work . Who should get the vaccines? The … resulting from colonialism. More information, including how to register for the vaccine, can be found on the … that causes COVID-19 and could get infected and sick again. How are the vaccines given? The vaccines are given by …
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… of Q fever? About half the people who get Q fever will not show any signs of the illness. Most of the time, Q fever is … than 2 weeks and does not need special medical treatment. However, some people may develop pneumonia, liver infection, … fever while pregnant are more likely to have a miscarriage. How is Q fever spread? Animals like goats, sheep, cattle, …
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… reaction? Symptoms of a severe allergic reaction can start within minutes of eating the food that triggers … Other : anxiety, headache, metallic taste or uterine cramps How is a severe allergic reaction treated? When a reaction … File #100a Severe allergic reactions to food: Children and teens. For more information If you have questions about food …
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… brands include Red Bull® and Rockstar Energy®. Children and teens are the highest consumers of energy drinks. This … (40 to 60 grams) of sugar per can. Check the label to see how much sugar the product contains. Sugary drinks are the … and minerals may exceed what is safe for children and teens. Some vitamins, like vitamin A, are stored in the body …
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… D supplement. When do I offer solid foods to my baby? Start offering solid foods to your baby at around 6 months. … and be more likely to try and enjoy a variety of foods. How much food does my baby need? While you decide what foods to offer, let your baby decide how much to eat. Offer food when your baby shows signs of …