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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 … see HealthLinkBC File #46 Sleep related infant death . Share this information with anyone who may take care of your … choke or have any problems from sleeping on their backs. When your baby can roll over on his or her own from back to …

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 … You may also come into contact with other animals that are not normally kept as pets such as cows, horses, goats or …

Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well

… Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well Last updated November 1, … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese As a parent or caregiver, you can help your child learn important … snack times. Your role is to decide what foods to offer, when to serve them and where. Your child's role is to decide …

Lunches to go

… Spanish Document Vietnamese Lunch is an important part of your child’s day. Eating a variety of nutritious foods while … Water, chilled plain milk or fortified soy beverage are all nutritious drink choices. Pack a reusable water … the amount of food that comes home uneaten Plan ahead When you can, offer your child choices about the foods they …

Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol

… Vietnamese Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in your blood. There are two main types: HDL (high density lipoprotein) or 'good' … and canola oils instead of butter, lard or hard margarine when you cook Replace butter with olive oil and balsamic …

Seniors as emergency response volunteers

… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Seniors are a valuable resource in our community. Many can help with … contact an Emergency Management BC regional office in your area: … in disasters and emergencies can be very stressful. You may help or work with very upset people. You may also …

Community evacuation information for seniors

… consideration of seniors’ needs. Seniors who live alone or are sick or disabled will need special support and an … my home in an emergency? If the police or RCMP orders you to evacuate your home or community, leave the area immediately. You are at risk. Follow all instructions …

Harm reduction for families caregivers and friends of people who use substances

… Harm reduction for families, caregivers and friends of people who use substances Last … substances. Harm reduction aims to meet people “where they are at”, whether that is active substance use or abstinence … can families, caregivers, and friends reduce harm with a youth who is using substances? Offer fact-based information …