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… Chestfeeding is a term that is becoming more commonly used when discussing infant feeding. It’s often used by … that all parents feel represented and included. Human milk (breast milk) is the only food your baby needs for the first 6 …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese When are onsite sewage systems used? Any home or building … that do not need oxygen, break down the solid waste. When the septic tank is working properly, these bacteria can … health authority files the plan, an AP installs the system. When the installation is complete, the AP certifies that the …
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… foods are safe for that child. What is choking? Choking is when something becomes stuck in a person's airway, making … be able to breathe and could die. Choking can also happen when foods or objects get stuck in the voice box, vocal … a child if they are swallowed. Dried peas and beans swell when they absorb water, causing a more complete airway …
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… growing baby that becomes the brain and spine. NTDs happen when this tube does not close completely and the brain or … Health Canada's safety standards for natural health products Talk to a dietitian, pharmacist or your health care … Wheat germ and sunflower seeds Although liver and liver products (such as liverwurst spread and liver sausages) are …
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… 3 doses over a 6 month period. Children who start a series when they are 9 to 14 years of age need 2 doses given at least 6 months apart. People who start a series when they are 15 years of age and older and those with a … are also at higher risk of HPV infection. What happens when you’re infected with HPV? Most people infected with HPV …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese From birth to 6 months, human milk (breast milk) and a daily 400 IU vitamin D supplement … who drink only formula do not need a vitamin D supplement. When do I offer solid foods to my baby? Start offering solid … sesame seed, egg, fish, shellfish, wheat, soy and milk products. Many common food allergens are iron-rich and can be …
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… alcohol while breast/chest feeding or expressing human milk to feed by bottle does not cause FASD. However, your … to a small amount of the alcohol that passes into your milk when you drink. Alcohol can also impact the taste and …
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… air quality is caused by indoor air pollution, especially when ventilation is limited. Knowing possible causes will … other biological contaminants . Combustion (burning) by-products are gases and small particles caused by the incomplete … HealthLinkBC File #65c Indoor air quality: Combustion by-products Wildfires and your health (health feature) …
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… quality and human health. Where do VOCs come from? Many products commonly found in our homes release VOCs through off … of fuels such as natural gas, wood and kerosene Tobacco products Personal care products such as perfume and hair spray … carpets, furniture or drapes Follow manufacturers’ labels when using household chemicals. If the label says “use in a …
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… STIs, including HIV, before having sex without a condom. When should I get tested during pregnancy? Health experts in … HIV infection by using safer sex supplies such as condoms when having sex, using safer drug use equipment and other … feeding. Breast/chest feeding or expressing your milk and feeding your baby by bottle is not recommended if …
