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Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… are sexually transmitted infections (STIs) that commonly cause PID. Other infections that are not sexually transmitted can also cause PID. To find out if you have PID, you must be examined … the hospital for intravenous (IV) antibiotic treatment. You should return to your health care provider 3 to 7 days after …

Time for bed

… a home that is smoke free At the right temperature (babies should be cozy and warm, but not too hot) Breastfeeding has …

Allergy safe adult care facilities

… be expected to be completely free of the foods that cause allergic reactions, facilities should make efforts to create and maintain a safe … reduce the risk of accidental exposures to foods that cause allergic reactions among the residents in care Having a …

Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat

… with friends or family who have air-conditioning if your house gets too hot. Go to local cooling centres or community … is safe, open windows to let cool air in If you have a fan, use it to move air around the room. Try putting an ice tray … who experiences more tightenings than usual in the abdomen should be checked by their midwife, doctor, or obstetrician. …

Babys first foods

… Close their mouth when food is offered Push food away Refuse to eat or turn their head away Start by giving your baby … 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

… can be offered from an open cup after 6 months, but it should not replace human milk or formula. Pasteurized … drinks and sweetened milk to your child. They can cause tooth decay and replace more nutritious foods and … one year of age, if you choose to give 100% fruit juice, use an open cup and limit to no more than a half cup (125 …

Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… with plant-based protein foods and more For recipes that use animal foods, substitute plant-based ingredients. For … water can be offered from an open cup after 6 months but should not replace human milk or formula Continue to offer … drinks and sweetened milk to your child. They can cause tooth decay and replace more nutritious foods and …

Trichomoniasis

… Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis . It is … complications? If treated in time, trichomoniasis causes no lasting concerns. In men, it may be linked with … treated with antibiotic pills called metronidazole. Nausea and vomiting and other serious side effects commonly …

Indoor air quality Volatile organic compounds VOCs

… attached garages VOCs can be released from products during use and even in storage. However, the amounts of VOCs … as the product ages. What are some health concerns caused by VOCs? The health effects caused by VOCs depend on the concentration and length of …

Yersiniosis

… is yersiniosis? Yersiniosis is an intestinal infection caused by bacteria called Yersinia . How is yersiniosis … spread to other foods when cutting boards or utensils are used to cut raw meat, especially pork. If these are not properly cleaned and sanitized after use, the bacteria can spread to other foods when using the …