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… shared responsibility between staff, parents and children. While child care facilities cannot be expected to be … triggers reactions. They will usually occur within 2 hours. While rare, symptoms can take up to a few hours to develop. … child’s care plan and Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan handy, while respecting the child’s privacy Keep each child’s …
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… down, but it’s okay for me to feel sad and cry for a little while.” When your child has upset you, calmly explain how you are feeling while assuring them that they are loved. This helps them learn empathy and how their actions impact others while still feeling safe and accepted. When you’re upset …
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… Which diseases are commonly spread from animals to people? While disease is rare and usually mild, severe disease can … eat before you go to the petting zoo or open farm and not while you are there Wear sturdy boots or shoes while at the petting zoo. This will help prevent you and …
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… care workers are at risk of exposure to infectious diseases while at work. Many diseases can be prevented with … countries may be exposed to polio and should be immunized. While most polio infections may not result in symptoms, … born between 1957 and 1969 need 1 dose of mumps vaccine while those born after 1969 need 2 doses. Individuals born …
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… an inflammation of the heart. People who get Q fever while pregnant are more likely to have a miscarriage. How is … or laboratories Use protective clothing, gloves and masks while working with these animals (especially pregnant …
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… health care provider will give you the treatment you need. While difficult to manage, serious VRE infections may still … special precautions need to be taken for hospital visits? While in hospital, visitors will need to follow hospital …
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… with toys and games Take rest breaks to avoid eye strain while doing close up activities, such as using a computer or … their eyes when reading Teach children not to walk or run while carrying sharp objects. Objects, such as pencils, …
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… hazards: Hot drinks left unattended Tripping over a child while transporting food Appliance cords such as kettles and … possible Place young children in a highchair or play pen while you are cooking Teach older children that the kitchen …
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… may also change to a grey colour or have a fish-like odour. While BV is more common in women who are sexually active, it … infection (STI). However, if you are exposed to an STI while you have BV, you are more likely to be infected by …
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… breast/chest feeding cause FASD? No, drinking alcohol while breast/chest feeding or expressing human milk to feed … parents and babies. If you choose to drink alcohol while feeding your baby, it is important that you plan …
