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Facts about influenza the flu

… an influenza vaccine Staying home when you are ill Washing your hands regularly Cleaning and disinfecting objects and … in the waste basket or garbage Cough and sneezing into your shirt sleeve rather than your hands Getting an … Sore throat, Extreme tiredness A cough Children may also experience nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Although infections …

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 … or bone marrow transplant. How can I prevent infections? Your personal hygiene and health: Wash your hands after … not at risk for Toxoplasma infections Turtles, reptiles (including snakes and iguanas), and chicks are often infected …

Healthy eating guidelines for people taking warfarin anticoagulants Coumadin®

… Vietnamese Certain foods and beverages can affect how your warfarin works. This handout will help you to plan your diet when taking warfarin. When we cut or scrape our … pills, flax seed oil, and fish oils) and herbal medicines (including herbal teas). Many natural health products …

Prenatal ultrasound

… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Your health care provider may request that you have one or … provides a better view of the lower part of your uterus, including the length of your cervix, or to determine the … baby and try to see if there are any growth concerns or birth defects. The shape and size of your baby’s physical …

Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time

… 1 or 2 hormones similar to estrogen and progestin, which your body produces. It can have many clinical uses including: Preventing pregnancy (all methods) … (Accutane®) for acne, significantly increase the risk of birth defects. It is important to use effective …

Allergy safe child care facilities

… can vary from person to person. The same person may experience some differences in their symptoms each time they … avoid their allergens Where to find each child’s care plan, including their Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan Where to find … allergy safe for my child? Give the facility a copy of your child’s Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan completed by your …

Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… can cause death if not treated. If you are not sure whether your child is at risk of a severe allergic reaction, ask your child’s health care provider. Children and teens at … can vary from person to person. The same person may experience some differences in their symptoms each time they …

Quit or reduce vaping

… products. What are the risks of vaping? Vaping can impact your health in several ways: Exposure to toxic and … new products. As a result, the long-term impacts to your health are not fully understood. There may be risks … unsuccessful, switching to vaping may reduce the harms to your health. Long-term use of vapes is not recommended, so …

Pregnancy and alcohol use

… during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you and your developing baby if you drink alcohol when you are … There is no safe time to drink alcohol during pregnancy. Your baby’s brain and nervous system develop all throughout … of alcohol to drink during pregnancy. All types of alcohol, including beer, wine, spirits, coolers and ciders can harm …

Safe sleeping for babies

… life, babies sleep for about 16 hours a day. Planning where your baby can sleep safely is important. Creating a safe … reduce the risk of injuries and sleep related infant death, including sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). For more … be avoided. Babies who were born prematurely or with a low birthweight are at higher risk of death while bedsharing. …