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Understanding harm reduction Substance use

… substances. Harm reduction aims to meet people “where they are at”, whether that is active substance use or abstinence. … driving prevention programs. These programs increase awareness of the risks of driving under the influence of … must receive enough funding for consistent service What are the benefits of harm reduction related to substance use? …

Young children and their vision

… vision concerns and their symptoms early on, you will know when your child needs to see an eye doctor. How developed is … of people or things. By about 1 year of age, children are able to judge distances, and they have good … popsicle sticks or scissors Keep your child away from power tools, lawn mowers or chemicals Limit your child’s screen …

Your childs development from birth to 3 years

… Your child's development from birth to 3 years Last updated … the rest of their life. Your caring, nurturing, and safe parenting help ensure your child’s healthy development. … as a way of communicating needs Coos and gurgles happily when given attention Startles at noise and responds to …

Calcium and your health

… Calcium and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … Over 70 years 1200 mg mg = milligram *Including those who are pregnant or breastfeeding Which foods contain calcium? Foods that are high in calcium include: Milk and dairy products such as …

Iron in Foods

… Vietnamese Why do I need iron? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin (pronounced … you need each day depends on your age, sex, whether you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and what food sources of iron … table to see if iron has been added and how much. What are the different forms of iron? There are 2 types of iron …

Drinking water chlorination facts

… is in the oceans as sodium chloride or salt. Salt and water are the most common ingredients used to manufacture the chlorine used in your drinking water. Why is chlorine added to drinking … evidence that chlorine disinfectants are harmful to people when used in the small amount needed to disinfect drinking …

Unpasteurized fruitvegetable juices and ciders A potential health risk

… can cause spoilage. Raw freshly pressed or squeezed juices are not heat treated and are described here as … contaminate fruits and water spread these germs to people when the fruit is unwashed, washed in contaminated water or … greatest risk? People at higher risk of getting sick are: Young children (5 years of age and under) Older adults …

Influenza flu immunization Myths and facts

… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Influenza vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, … Myth: Influenza is not a serious illness. Fact: In years when influenza is widespread in B.C., hundreds of people may … influenza vaccine given by injection cannot give you influenza. The vaccine contains killed influenza viruses …

Hearing tests for infants and children

… Children start learning language from the moment they are born. Babies who hear well learn a lot about their world through all of the sounds around them. If your child cannot hear well, they will likely have trouble … hearing loss. There are no obvious signs that indicate when a baby is not hearing well. It is impossible to know …

A better immunization experience for your child

… A better immunization experience for your child Last updated August 1, 2012 HealthLink BC File … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Prepare for your child's vaccines Vaccines or shots may cause … for you, try to be calm during the appointment and when talking about immunization with your child Use a …