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… need more vitamin D? If you take certain medications or have specific medical conditions, your health care provider … suggest you take more vitamin D. People with osteoporosis should aim for 800-2000IU (20-50µg) vitamin D per day. Which … The table below lists some foods that contain vitamin D. Should I take a supplement? Food sources of vitamin D are …
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… that has been in your mouth Making sure all family members have healthy mouths Bacteria, combined with poor dental … begin teething at about 6 months of age. Your child should have all of their first set of teeth, or “baby” … my baby when they are teething? Teething may cause some discomfort, making your baby fussy. Your baby may feel …
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… Some forms of toilet learning are directed by an adult, have a set timeline and don`t always ensure the child is … a more goal-oriented approach. At a minimum, your child should be comfortable sitting on the toilet for a few … a variety of approaches and strategies for toilet learning should be considered. How can I introduce the idea of toilet …
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… non-smokers and the second leading cause among smokers. You have a one in 3 chance of developing lung cancer in your … your exposure is to test your home for radon. Remediation should be conducted if levels are found above the … in B.C., visit https://bccdc.shinyapps.io/bcradonmap . Should I get my home tested? Everyone is encouraged to test …
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… to look for TB infection. You can do a TST to see if you have ever been exposed to TB. It tells your health care … loss, tiredness, chest pain and shortness of breath. Who should get a TB skin test? You may need a TST for various … or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should not get a TB skin test? People with: Prior allergic …
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… Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the Tdap-IPV vaccine? The vaccine is given as one … can be taken for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to … because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns, speak with your health care provider. What …
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… by HPV. Your child may be offered other vaccines if they have not had all doses of the recommended childhood vaccines … ) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin ® ) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to … is recommended that parents or guardians and their children discuss consent for immunization. Children under the age of …
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… Spanish Document Tagalog Document Vietnamese If you have untreated TB disease that can spread from person to … do not need to wear a mask when you are outside, but you should stay away from other people. How should I dispose of masks and tissues after I use them? Your …
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… risk of heat-related illness, especially if they do not have access to a cool indoor environment. Heat can build up … much faster than an older child or adult. What signs should I look for? Your infant or young child may not be … They may just look unwell or be more fussy than usual. What should I do if my child is showing signs of heat-related …
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… severely weakened by HIV. Having HIV does not mean that you have AIDS. How can I get HIV? HIV is found in body fluids, … care will not be able to access your record. You can place disclosure directives on your electronic health records that … https://fipa.bc.ca/get-help/your-health-information . Should my partner(s) be tested for HIV? If you have an HIV …
