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Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well

… what we eat. It’s also about how we eat. You and your child have different roles at meal and snack times. Your role is … how to eat well and makes mealtimes more enjoyable. What should I offer my child to eat? Offer your child nutritious … tofu, meat, fish, poultry, eggs and dairy products What should I offer my child to drink? Offer healthy drinks such …

Caring for seniors in long-term care in an emergency

… care facility? B.C. health authorities are required to have emergency preparedness plans for all health care and … Act requires all licensed long-term care facilities to have their own emergency preparedness plan. The plan must … to What is the role of family members in an emergency What should I consider when caring for family members in an …

Seniors as emergency response volunteers

… hours in difficult situations. At the same time, you may have more stress coping with your own personal response to … if you feel you are not able to continue to volunteer. Should everyone volunteer in an emergency? Everyone has a …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… it. However, when present, the most common symptoms are: Pain in the lower abdomen (usually both sides) Fever (greater than 38℃ … more often Pain or burning feeling when urinating Lower back pain Nausea or vomiting What are the potential …

Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure

… Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure Last updated April 25, 2023 … pressure is hypertension. What dietary changes can help lower blood pressure? Healthy eating can help lower your … eat: Prepare your own meals often, using ingredients that have little to no added sodium Use the Nutrition Facts table …

Hearing tests for infants and children

… them. If your child cannot hear well, they will likely have trouble learning oral language, learning to talk and … care provider right away if your child has any of the following: Ear discharge (fluid draining from the ear) Earache (pain in the ear) Bad smell from the ear Reddened skin around …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… ways. Older women are more likely than older men to have experienced a history of emotional, physical or sexual … to older adults not seeking the help they need. What should I do if I see a crime of harmful situation? Call the Seniors Abuse Info Line (SAIL) at 604 437-1940 in the Lower Mainland, or toll free at 1 866 437-1940. If you see a …

Group A streptococcal infections

… and tonsils, swollen lymph nodes in the neck, white or yellow patches at the back of the throat and, in children, abdominal pain. Impetigo is a skin infection and common in children. …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Information for family caregivers

… the person providing care and the person receiving care may have some difficulties with their health, memory or ability … partner's health. Some health concerns can be prevented or slowed down. Couples can often make small changes in their … can help you find resources or learn useful tips. What should I do if I see a crime or harmful situation? Call the …

Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat

… front of the fan. Keep in mind that fans might not help to lower your core body temperature when it is very hot Turn … that doesn’t stop after going to the bathroom Stomach pains or bad cramps that won’t go away Unusual lower back pain or pressure Contractions that don’t go away when …