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Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… use a standing basin of water Source: Canadian Paediatric Society ( https://caringforkids.cps.ca ). Adapted with …

Numbing Creams and Patches for Immunizations

… If you remove the product before your appointment, outline the edges of the patch or bandage covering the cream … or patch: Lay your child down facing you. Draw an imaginary line down the middle of the front of one of your child’s legs, from the hip to the knee (line A). Next divide the upper leg into 3 equal sections …

Caffeinated energy drinks

… on the label and guidance from the Canadian Pediatric Society against their use. Parents and caregivers should be …

Swimmers itch

… File #39 Safety Tips for Swimmers or contact the Lifesaving Society at www.lifesaving.bc.ca for more information on …

Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

… baby. Visit the Canadian Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking guidelines to find out what a standard drink means. The potential … Fact Sheet https://canfasd.ca/media/fasd-fact-sheet/ . The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC) …

Asbestos When should I worry

Preventing abuse and neglect of older adults

… neglected, you can call seniors Abuse and Information Line (SAIL) to receive guidance about your concern. How can … a crime or harmful situation? Call the Seniors Abuse Info Line (SAIL) at 604 437-1940 in the Lower Mainland, or toll … visit the following services: Seniors Abuse and Information Line (SAIL), hosted by Seniors First BC, 604 437-1940 in …

Reye syndrome

Radon in homes and other dwellings

… be conducted if levels are found above the recommended guideline below. Remediation is the process of reducing the … tests (2 to 7 days) are not recommended. What are the guideline levels for radon? The current Health Canada guideline … Donna Schmidt Memorial Lung Cancer Prevention Society – Call 250-365-0344, ext. 227 or email …