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… Adults over the age of 50 years What should I look for when choosing a vitamin D supplement? Choose a supplement that … or your health care provider if you have questions about the type or amount of supplement that's best for you. …
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… furnishings such as furniture, drapes and carpets, and in personal care products. Cleaning agents, paints, lacquers … There are 3 basic ways to improve indoor air quality: Control the source: Remove the source of pollution or reduce … the home in addition to improving ventilation and trying to control or eliminate sources of pollution. Air cleaners that …
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… learning is the child learning to: Recognize when they are about to urinate or have a bowel movement Communicate what is about to happen and ask you for help if necessary Control the urge until they get seated on the potty Do not … Files: HealthLinkBC File #92a Your Child and Play From Birth to 3 Years HealthLinkBC File #92b Your Child’s …
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… your baby may be born early (premature) and/or with a low birth weight. It is also associated with a higher chance of … prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get these vaccinations. Know your sexual health … to talk to your partner(s), visit the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) Smart Sex Resource …
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… any concerns your health care provider might have about your uterus, ovaries, placenta or cervix First … Please talk to your health care provider to learn more about your prenatal genetic screening options. Second … baby and try to see if there are any growth concerns or birth defects. The shape and size of your baby’s physical …
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… head lice. Having head lice does not mean a person has poor personal hygiene or lives in an unclean environment. Head … options are not recommended for treating head lice? Some methods and products should not be used because they are …
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… own schedule for teething. Most children begin teething at about 6 months of age. Your child should have all of their … the top jaw and 10 in the bottom jaw. For more information about when teeth come in, visit CDA Dental Care for Children … at any other time. If you have any questions or concerns about your baby’s fever or diarrhea, call 8-1-1 to speak …
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… to human milk or infant formula. If you have questions about what to feed your baby, contact your health care … of age (corrected age) Weighed less than 2500 grams at birth and are under 2 months of age Have a weakened immune …
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… your lungs, making it harder to breathe. In North America, about 1 out of 3 people with HPS have died. Is there a … buildings, and working on construction, utility and pest control. Workers and homeowners can be exposed in crawl … health unit or WorkSafe BC can provide more information about mask operation, use and limitations. For more …
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… of corticosteroid; problems with your immune system; use of birth control pills; pregnancy; or high blood sugar from poorly … prevented with vaccines. Talk to your health care provider about how to get these vaccinations. Know your sexual health …
