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Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

… pregnancy is also influenced by the following factors: The birthing parent’s overall health and well-being Alcohol … had. Ideally, it is best to avoid breast/chest feeding for about 2 hours after drinking for each alcoholic beverage … other effects of alcohol be diagnosed? If you are worried about your infant or child, speak to your health care …

HIV and HIV tests

… with HIV can pass it to her baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or while breastfeeding (breastfeeding is not … knowing your test result will help you to make decisions about your health. If HIV is diagnosed early, antiretroviral … health care provider if you have any concerns or questions about the HIV test or your HIV test result. How can I get an …

Quit or reduce vaping

… and can permanently alter the parts of the brain that control attention, learning and memory It's important to … help reduce your level of dependence Find your “why” Think about the ways your life may improve through quitting vaping …

Young children and their vision

… How developed is my child’s vision? Babies can see at birth, but they have to learn to use their eyes. They have … coordination and the distance of people or things. By about 1 year of age, children are able to judge distances, … in a spot that reduces glare or use soft lighting What about wearing sunglasses and other types of protection? …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… is safe and comfortable. Care plans include information about all health conditions. The nutrition care plan is part … Has a valid first aid and CPR certificate Is knowledgeable about each person in care’s medical conditions, including …

Living well with hepatitis B virus infection

… and the first dose of the hepatitis B vaccine series at birth. Antiviral medications may also be recommended for you … received blood products or tissue transplants Do not share personal care items or medical devices that could have tiny … a small number of people. Talk to your health care provider about regular screening for liver cancer if you have chronic …

Measles mumps rubella and varicella MMRV vaccine

… 1 dose of MMR and varicella vaccines on or after their 1st birthday. The dose of MMRV vaccine provides more protection … that looks like measles, rubella or chickenpox may occur about 1 to 2 weeks after the vaccine. Very rarely, a person … drop in the blood cells that help prevent bleeding (about 1 child in 30,000) and encephalitis, an inflammation …

Hepatitis B virus infection

… develop chronic HBV infection. Most infants infected at birth will develop chronic infection. People with chronic … for a free hepatitis B vaccine. For more information about the hepatitis B vaccine, see HealthLinkBC File #25a … razors, toothbrushes, dental floss, nail files or other personal care items or medical devices that could have tiny …

Fifth disease parvovirus infection

… rash, cough or runny nose, also occur in other illnesses. About a quarter of all people who get fifth disease have no … of fifth disease that differ from other illnesses are: About 2 to 3 weeks after being exposed to the virus, a red … in the baby developing anemia, or in a miscarriage or still birth, although this is rare Babies born to mothers who were …

Maintenance and operation of onsite sewage systems

… to graze on the dispersal area If you have questions about how sewage systems work or about local requirements, contact your regional health …