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… this important time of visual development. Should vision problems be corrected at an early age? Yes, some vision … Ability to see colours How can I help to prevent eye injuries for my child? You can reduce the risk of eye injuries and increase eye safety for children by doing the …
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… may think that everyone else sees the same way. Vision problems often have a family history. If you know of vision problems in your family, your child's eyes should be … in physical activities How can I help to prevent eye injuries for my child? You can reduce the risk of eye …
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… Let your child lick or suck their fingers or bite their nails Let your child touch their face or mouth Give your … if the injury is serious or if a wound gets infected Report injuries to the operator of the petting zoo or open farm … forget the palms, backs of hands, fingers, fingertips and nails Rinse hands well for 10 seconds under warm running …
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… or talking clearly. What can I do if I think my child has problems hearing? Hearing loss can be hard to detect. Mild …
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… Visits . Who is at higher risk? People at risk of serious problems from some of these infections include: Fetuses and … upon arrival Keep your pet clean and well-groomed. Trim its nails often Keep your pet’s living and feeding area clean … feces. Toxoplasmosis in pregnant women can cause serious problems for the developing baby such as brain damage or …
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… amounts of blood on them, such as razors, toothbrushes or nail files Keep all open cuts and sores bandaged until …
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… by releasing tiny spores into the air. What are some health problems caused by moulds and other biological contaminants? … are small enough to be inhaled and some can cause health problems. Moulds, for example, can cause allergic reactions. …
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… drinking water. What amount of manganese can cause health problems? Health Canada has set a Maximum Acceptable …
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… of sludge to renew bacterial activity How can I prevent problems with my sewage system? Onsite sewage systems can be …
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… in cement, flooring and ceiling materials. Which health problems are caused by asbestos? Most of the time asbestos …
