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… of life, your child’s behavior communicates their needs and how they are changing and growing. Listening to your child’s … up with help Rolls over from front to side and then in all directions Reaches for and lets go of objects Responds … simple actions of other children or people Shows strong feelings and emotions about likes and dislikes and shows …
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… the spores are inhaled. Wild and domestic animals can sometimes get infected with C. gattii as well. The infection … Weight loss If you experience any of these symptoms especially for long periods of time, talk to your health care … Your health care provider can request tests if you show symptoms, but tests will not be performed just to see if …
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… to bleed, become more sensitive, swollen and red. This is called "pregnancy gingivitis" or gum disease Gingivitis can … the general oral health of your developing baby. Research shows there may be a link between periodontal disease and … If you eat sweets occasionally, try to eat them at mealtime Brush your teeth after meals and snacks. If this is not …
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… cut or bruise. It may follow a chickenpox infection. Sometimes there is no obvious skin wound or injury. What are the … bacteria sometimes cause necrotizing fasciitis. However, these bacteria make toxins that destroy body tissue … tissues under the skin getting infected. If you have a small cut or wound, wash it well in warm soapy water, and keep …
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… updated January 15, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 101b Sexually Transmitted Infections Series Download PDF Document … getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care … active people who are unimmunized will get HPV at some time. Anyone who has any kind of oral, genital or anal …
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… fluid to keep your bowel movements soft. A type of fibre called soluble fibre can help manage blood sugar (glucose) … your body becomes dehydrated. Dehydration can make you feel tired and confused. The best way to stay hydrated is to … foods lower in sodium. The percent daily value (%DV) shows you if the food has a little or a lot of sodium. 5% DV …
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… updated February 1, 2014 HealthLink BC File number 08g Sexually Transmitted Infections Series Download PDF Document … not considered a sexually transmitted infection (STI). However, if you are exposed to an STI while you have BV, you … at room temperature. A new condom should be used every time you have sex. Use only water-based lubricants with male …
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… updated December 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 08j Sexually Transmitted Infections Series Download PDF Document … or high blood sugar from poorly controlled diabetes. How is it spread? Vaginal yeast infections are not usually … at room temperature. A new condom should be used every time you have sex. Do not reuse condoms. Do not use 2 …
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… may increase the rate of miscarriage but has not been shown to cause birth defects. Is there a mumps vaccine? There … headache and swelling of the salivary glands, especially the parotid glands that are at the side of the cheeks. … a closed area for an examination and attend the clinic at a time when the waiting room is empty. Bring your immunization …
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… It also helps muscles, nerves and hormones work properly. How much calcium do I need each day? Recommended amounts of … calcium is absorbed from the foods you eat. Your body naturally absorbs more calcium during times of bone growth, such as during childhood and …
