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… care provider if another cause is identified. Will my birth control work if I am taking antibiotics? There is very … prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get these vaccinations. Know your sexual health …
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… mg) of folic acid every day. What should I look for when choosing a multivitamin with folic acid? Choose a daily … or your health care provider if you have questions about the specific form or amount of folate in a supplement. … also very high in vitamin A. Too much vitamin A may cause birth defects, especially during the first trimester. If you …
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… that damages sperm and egg before they can meet. Like any birth control method, the IUD is not 100 percent effective. A … weigh over 165 pounds, speak to your health care provider about alternative methods of emergency contraception, like …
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… methods) Gender-affirming/transition care (the Pill) Acne control (some methods) Preventing heavy bleeding during … (IUDs) Other uses Talk to your health care provider about which method is right for you. Does hormonal … (Accutane®) for acne, significantly increase the risk of birth defects. It is important to use effective …
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… after use. How should I take a child’s temperature? From birth to age 5, the most common way to take a temperature is … against their body Leave the thermometer in place for about 1 minute, until you hear the “beep” Remove the … is extremely drowsy or not clear mentally. Follow the same methods used for taking a child’s temperature. What is a …
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… to talk with your family and your health care provider about how to make every sleep as safe as possible for your … went for breakfast. What did he eat?” Small children love stories where they are the main character Sing a favourite … Files: HealthLinkBC File #92a Your Child and Play From Birth to 3 Years HealthLinkBC File #92b Your Child’s …
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… clinic or your family health care provider to find out more about making a referral. See your health care provider right … measles, mumps or encephalitis Some infections present at birth such as cytomegalovirus (CMV), toxoplasmosis or … such as get the toy and put it on the chair Listens to stories for a longer period of time Uses 2 to 3 words to …
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… impacts, such as anxiety and insomnia. If you are concerned about your physical or mental health symptoms, please … your home How can I get rid of bed bugs? There are physical control and chemical options for treating bed bug … treatment is completed safely and legally. Physical control methods to treat bed bugs Steaming, washing and throwing out …
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… smoke can have a greater risk of miscarriages, premature birth and babies with low birth weight. How does second-hand … asthma because it makes the health conditions worse What about vaping? Research has found that second-hand vapour is … B.C. www.smokefreehousingbc.ca Tobacco and Vapour Products Control Act …
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… their feelings. By giving a name to feelings and talking about your child’s emotions, you can help your child … and teaching. Make sure that your own emotions are under control, and then: Have your child sit with you in a quiet … Files: HealthLinkBC File #92a Your Child and Play From Birth to 3 Years HealthLinkBC File #92b Your Child’s …
