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… How to take a temperature: Children and adults Last updated August … In the rectum/bum (rectal method) What type of thermometer should I use? A digital thermometer is best for taking … cool, soapy water and rinse off before and after use. How should I take a child’s temperature? From birth to age 5, …
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… Asbestos: When should I worry? Last updated February 1, 2024 HealthLink BC … you were exposed to Diseases from asbestos exposure can take many years to develop. Depending on the risk factors listed above, it can take 15 to 30 years for diseases to develop after exposure. … … Asbestos When should I worry …
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… so that your medication works at its best. Steps you can take Follow a healthy and well-balanced diet. You do not … 60 Cabbage, raw 1 cup shredded 56 *Nutrient information taken from Canadian Nutrient File (2015) … as garlic pills, flax seed oil, and fish oils) and herbal medicines (including herbal teas). Many natural health …
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… Why seniors should get the inactivated influenza (flu) vaccine Last … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What should seniors know about the inactivated influenza vaccine? … last a shorter time compared to influenza infection. When should seniors get the influenza vaccine? It is important …
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… day? Recommended amounts of calcium include the total intake from food and any supplements. Age Aim for 0-6 months … vitamin D helps your body better absorb calcium from foods. Should I take a supplement? Use the food sources table below … contains. You can also use the calcium calculator on the Osteoporosis Canada website (see For More Information). If …
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… day? Recommended amounts of vitamin D include the total intake from food and supplements. Age Aim for Stay below 0-6 … provider may suggest you take more vitamin D. People with osteoporosis should aim for 800-2000IU (20-50µg) vitamin D per day. Which …
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… folic acid. At least 3 months before becoming pregnant: Take a daily multivitamin with 400 microgram (mcg) (0.4 … with 400 mcg (0.4 mg) of folic acid every day. What should I look for when choosing a multivitamin with folic … take a daily multivitamin with folic acid. Supplements should be taken in addition to a well-balanced diet, not in …
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… to keep a record of the travel vaccines you receive and take this with you on your trip. What is the traveller’s … of bacteria. The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. Who should get the vaccine? If you are travelling to or working … The travel clinic doctor or nurse will advise if you should receive the vaccine. A booster dose may be required …
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… environment to grow botulism bacteria. What steps can I take to avoid botulism? To avoid botulism, use extreme care … such as vegetables, meats and seafood. Your pressure canner should come with complete instructions. Always follow them … the cooking step Both weighted gauges and dial gauges should be checked for accuracy. Read the manufacturer’s …
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… can help you make healthier choices more often. What foods should I eat? Healthy eating patterns such as Canada’s food … for healthy bones, muscles and nerves and helps prevent osteoporosis. Women over the age of 50 and men over the age … bones and muscles. Adults over 50 years of age need to take a daily vitamin D supplement of 400 IU in addition to …
