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Role of Pets in Human Disease

… infected humans. Some of these diseases can be passed from your pet to you. What diseases can I catch from my pet? Pets … can all spread diseases to humans. Disease may be spread when touching an infected pet, or by coming into contact … their hands right after touching animals. Many children have been infected by touching pets and then putting their …

Your childs development from birth to 3 years

… Your child's development from birth to 3 years Last updated … of rules. Every child develops at their own pace. If you have any concerns about your child’s development, talk to … as a way of communicating needs Coos and gurgles happily when given attention Startles at noise and responds to …

Hepatitis B infant vaccine

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all … liver damage, which can lead to liver cancer and death. When you get your child immunized, you help protect others … because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care provider. What is …

The Infants Act mature minor consent and immunization

… parents' or guardians' wishes. In B.C. there is no set age when a child is considered capable to give consent. A health … schools. Children may also get vaccines at a health unit, youth clinic, doctor's office or pharmacy. In all of these … making decisions about their own health. Adolescents will have the opportunity to make their own decision to be …

Immune Globulin

… antibodies taken from human blood. Antibodies are proteins your immune system makes to fight germs, such as viruses or … before being used to make Ig. Several steps are included when preparing Ig to inactivate and remove viruses and … Ig. However, since blood screening and testing began, there have been no reports of blood-borne infections such as HIV, …

Vegetarian feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… babies are ready to start solid foods around 6 months old. Your child can eat many of the same foods enjoyed by the … a safe texture. Offer new textures as your baby gets older Have different tastes and colours Are made with little or no … for information on introducing solid foods. For example: when to start offering solids, safe textures, when to …

Haemophilus influenzae type b Hib vaccine

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all … risk of Hib infection. The vaccine is free to people who have: No spleen or a spleen that is not working properly … Hib infection, a serious and sometimes fatal disease. When you get immunized, you help protect others as well. …

Rabies immune globulin and vaccine

… In B.C., the rabies vaccine is provided free to those who have been exposed to an animal that may have rabies. It is … make RabIg. Many chemical and physical steps are included when preparing RabIg. These steps include inactivating and … If an animal that may have rabies has bitten or scratched you, get RabIg and rabies vaccine as soon as possible. If …

Feeding your baby Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old

… Feeding your baby: Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old Last … baby will be able to eat soft textures, even before they have teeth. This includes foods that are: Lumpy. Offer foods … these tips to reduce the risk of choking and food poisoning When preparing vegetables and fruits: Wash produce. Peel …

Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… babies are ready to start solid foods around 6 months old. Your baby can eat many of the same foods enjoyed by the rest … a safe texture. Offer new textures as your baby gets older Have different tastes and colours Are made with little or no … for information on introducing solid foods. For example: when to start offering solids, safe textures, when to …