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Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution

… These particles can be made up of different substances and have different sizes. Smaller particles have been linked to more health effects because they can … pollution? Short-term health impacts include: Worsening symptoms of pre-existing lung or heart conditions Increased …

Babys first foods

… food when your baby is calm, interested and alert. Try and have your baby’s meals at the same time as family meals so … Your baby can eat soft foods and finger foods before they have teeth. Finger foods help improve your baby’s … babies Coconut, oat, rice, and nut or seed beverages should not be offered before 2 years of age. They do not …

Vegetarian feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… a safe texture. Offer new textures as your baby gets older Have different tastes and colours Are made with little or no … can be offered from an open cup after 6 months, but it should not replace human milk or formula. Pasteurized … drinks to your child before 2 years of age as they do not have enough fat and energy to support growth and …

Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… a safe texture. Offer new textures as your baby gets older Have different tastes and colours Are made with little or no … types for their baby. Contact the manufacturer if you have questions about the source of nutrients in soy formula … water can be offered from an open cup after 6 months but should not replace human milk or formula Continue to offer …

Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… Offer iron-rich foods every day Your baby’s first foods should be rich in iron. Offer your baby iron-rich foods: At … tofu, and nut and seed butters. Cereal-based products may have iron added to them, such as fortified infant cereal, …

Food safety Easy ways to make food safer

… foodborne illness, also known as food poisoning. Common symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain …

Your childs feelings

… around them, and the environment they live in. Children have the same feelings as adults. They may not know the … am feeling sad because Grandma can’t come for a visit. You haven’t done anything wrong.” Notice cues that say distress … such as developing new skills and abilities. They have to learn everything – how to crawl, walk, talk and be …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… be life-threatening. Aspiration can cause people to wheeze, have trouble breathing, or have a hoarse voice after eating or drinking. It can also … mouth Say food “gets stuck” or “goes down the wrong way” Have pain when swallowing Clear their throat regularly …

Healthy snacks for adults

… save time, money and avoid impulse buys If you’re hungry, have a snack before going grocery shopping. You might buy … freezer for busy times Cook a batch of hard-boiled eggs to have throughout the week. They’ll stay fresh for one week … and paying attention to hunger and fullness cues. Have a snack when you’re feeling hungry, not out of habit or …

The Infants Act mature minor consent and immunization

… making decisions about their own health. Adolescents will have the opportunity to make their own decision to be immunized whether or not they have a consent form signed by a parent or guardian. Image …