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Seniors as emergency response volunteers

… Seniors are a valuable resource in our community. Many can help with emergency preparations and respond as … help provide services during emergencies. These services can include: Lodging Clothing Emotional support resources Crisis information Reuniting families How can I become a volunteer? In British Columbia, the …

Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well

… Spanish Document Vietnamese As a parent or caregiver, you can help your child learn important food skills and eating habits. You can also help shape positive attitudes towards food and … of: Vegetables and fruits including fresh, frozen and canned Whole grain foods such as whole grain pasta and …

Time for bed

… need their sleep. When they do not sleep well, they can feel unhappy or frustrated. They may cry a lot and … seems to satisfy them for long. Getting enough sleep can also be a concern for parents. Over time, babies gradually sleep longer during the night. How can I make sure that my child is safe when they are …

Toilet learning

… of “toilet training”? The term “toilet learning” is used because it is important to follow your child’s cues. It is … if you answer ‘yes’ to most of the questions below: Can your child walk to the toilet or potty? Can your child sit by themselves on the toilet or potty? Is …

Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure

… that blood is pushing too hard against artery walls. This can damage your arteries over time and increase your risk of … high blood pressure is hypertension. What dietary changes can help lower blood pressure? Healthy eating can help lower your blood pressure and improve your overall …

Pregnancy and alcohol use

… alcohol, including beer, wine, spirits, coolers and ciders can harm the fetus. Drinking more than 3 standard drinks at … reduces the risk of harm to your developing baby. What else can I do to make sure I have a healthy pregnancy? As well as not drinking alcohol, there are other steps you can take to be healthy and to protect your developing baby …

Lead in drinking water

… for providing drinking water that meets the Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality for lead. However, under certain conditions, lead can leach into drinking water through contact with building … guidelines for lead in drinking water? The Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality set a maximum acceptable …

Vitamin D and your health

… muscles, nerves and the immune system work properly. Where can I get vitamin D? You can get vitamin D from food and supplements. Your body can also make vitamin D when you are outside and the sun is …

Hepatitis C virus

… infection that inflames the liver. If left untreated, it can progress to chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, liver cancer and even death. How is hepatitis C virus spread? HCV … where the blood supply is not tested for hepatitis C. In Canada, this applies to blood and blood products received …

Safe sleeping for babies

… sleep for about 16 hours a day. Planning where your baby can sleep safely is important. Creating a safe sleeping … parents and caregivers see Safer Sleep For My Baby . What can I do to keep my baby safe during sleep? Put your baby to … in a car seat, a stroller, baby swing, or bouncer seat because their airway may become restricted. Do not smoke …