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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other … allergies can be safely immunized with these vaccines. For more information For more information on immunizations, visit ImmunizeBC at …
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… and palm oil Cook and bake from scratch using healthy fats more often than buying packaged, ready-made meals, snacks … cakes, doughnuts, ice cream and fried salty snacks Use more vegetables and smaller amounts of meat and cheese when … plus trans fat. 5% DV or less is "a little" and 15% DV or more is "a lot" Ask your server if nutrition information is …
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… or shots may cause some pain. These tips can lead to a more positive immunization experience for both you and your … can be given safely. Sitting upright helps children feel more secure and in control. Ask the health care provider for … for managing potentially scary or difficult situations. For more information For more information on immunizations visit …
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… age. By the time we are adults, many of us have soaked up more than enough UV rays to cause skin cancer. By protecting … UVB protection and a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30 or more if you and your child are out in the sun. Use a lip … test on a small area of skin before applying the product more widely, or use a mineral-based sunscreen that contains …
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… introduce common food allergens, how much food to offer and more. Some of the food examples may not fit into a lacto-ovo … in strips, with yogurt dip, hummus or other bean dip For more meal and snack ideas, see: Canada’s Food Guide Kitchen … older, tips for cooking with plant-based protein foods and more. What do I offer my child to drink? Continue to offer …
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… of pH and disinfectant (generally chlorine or bromine). For more information, see Table 1 for pools and Table 2 for hot … 80 PPM 80 to 120 PPM 120 PPM * Temperature should be no more than 40ºC Min = Minimum; Max = Maximum; PPM = Parts Per … in the pool, use this formula: TAC – FAC = CAC. The more often hot tubs and pools are used, the faster the free …
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… through Provincial TB Services and public health units. For more information on TB, visit HealthLinkBC File #51a … cannot go to school, work or volunteering, but you may need more tests to make sure you do not have TB disease A … and tested to see if there are TB bacteria present. For more information, visit HealthLinkBC File #51b Sputum …
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… animals such as chicks, ducklings, calves and lambs are more likely to carry germs compared to older animals. What … child and make sure they wash their hands properly. For more information on hand washing, see HealthLinkBC File #85 … the petting zoo, open farm or public health unit to get more information on health and safety. Ask questions such …
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… attitudes towards food and eating. Healthy eating is about more than just what we eat. It’s also about how we eat. You … helps your child learn how to eat well and makes mealtimes more enjoyable. What should I offer my child to eat? Offer … come to the table hungry and ready to eat. Limit to no more than 3 cups (750 mL) each day. Give water between meals …
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… protect against Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). For more information on SIDS, see HealthLinkBC File #46 Sleep … For Babies and Safer Sleep For My Baby (PDF 2132 KB) for more information. How can I get my baby to sleep? For the … This is an important skill that will help both of you have more restful nights. To help teach your baby how to fall …
