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Scabies

… person. It spreads easily between family members, sexual partners and people in facilities such as care homes. You … be suitable for children, pregnant people or those who are breastfeeding or chestfeeding. Because adults do not … sure to vacuum and clean clothes and bedding. Talk to your partners about safer sex, since condoms might not stop …

Pregnancy and folic acid folate Preventing neural tube defects

… and for 4 to 6 weeks after, or for as long as you are breastfeeding. If you could become pregnant, or are pregnant or breastfeeding, take a multivitamin with 400 mcg (0.4 mg) of … how much folic acid is right for you if: You or your male partner have a family history of NTDs or had a pregnancy …

Iron and Your Health

… depends on your age, sex, and whether you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Recommended amount of iron per day: Age … 19 to 49 8 mg 18 mg Over 50 8 mg 8 mg Pregnancy N/A 27 mg Breastfeeding under 19 N/A 10 mg Breastfeeding 19 and over … iron if I am pregnant? Pregnant women need more iron to support the growth of their babies. If you are pregnant, …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… or neglect more often comes from the older woman's spouse, partner or adult children. For an older man, the abuse or … Older men are less likely to have a network to provide support and protection Older men may depend on their spouse or partner to do the cooking and cleaning, making it harder to …

Quit or reduce vaping

… playing a game on your phone, or talking to a friend Seek support from trusted friends, family, health care providers, … and increase the amount of time between vaping sessions Get support QuitNow– Free help to quit tobacco or vaping by …

Quitting smoking

… prescription medications and counselling. 4. Build your support network Quitting is easier when you have friends and family to support you. Surround yourself with positive people who want … friends and family about your goal and how they can best support you. They may talk you through a rough patch or give …

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

… trained team who can provide suggestions on how to best support them. Recognizing FASD early can give a child with … chance to reach their full potential. Early diagnosis and support in a safe and healthy family situation may help … authority, such as child development programs, may help support families and children. Examples of available …

A better immunization experience for your child

… about immunization with your child Use a matter-of-fact, supportive approach Toddlers and young children: In general, … that this is safe and will not cause the baby to associate breastfeeding with pain Why? Breastfeeding comforts your baby. Sucking and the sweet …

Trichomoniasis

… the treatment carefully and finish all the pills. Sexual partners from the last 2 months also need treatment. If you have not had a sexual partner in the last 2 months, then your last sexual partner will need treatment. It takes time for the infection …

Pelvic inflammatory disease PID

… urgent medical care (e.g., to a hospital emergency). Sexual partners from the last 2 months need to be tested and treated. If you have not had a sexual partner in the last 2 months, then your last sexual partner will need to be tested and treated. It takes time …