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Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… enough iron. Offer iron-rich foods every day Your baby’s first foods should be rich in iron. Offer your baby … not offer more than 3 cups (750 mL) of cow milk in a day. After age 2, other options include skim, 1% and 2% cow milk … with a health care provider. HealthLinkBC File #69c Baby’s first foods HealthLinkBC File #68d Iron in foods …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… can be hard on a person's health. For older men, their first experience with abuse or neglect may occur in later life. It may begin after the man has developed a disabling condition and relies … Abuse and Information Line (SAIL), hosted by Seniors First BC, 604 437-1940 in Vancouver or toll-free at 1 866 …

Hearing tests for infants and children

… the hospital before you go home or in your community soon after birth. Most babies born in a hospital are screened … from the ears. Screening is best done at least 12 hours after birth and with your baby resting quietly or asleep. … or withdrawn. In older children, parents are often the first to notice if there is a concern. Hearing loss can …

Community evacuation information for seniors

… for your support network to immediately check on you after a disaster. What supplies should I have for an … a 72-hour grab-and-go bag: Water Food (ready to eat) Small first aid kit Special items, such as extra eyeglasses, …

Food safety Easy ways to make food safer

… Wash your hands before you eat or handle any food, and after you use the bathroom. Scrub all parts of your hands … For added protection, sanitize kitchen tools and surfaces after cleaning. Use a food surface approved sanitizer or … smaller portions Cool very hot items at room temperature at first. Place them in the fridge when steaming stops. Leave …

Drinking water chlorination facts

… been used to disinfect water? Chlorine disinfectants were first added to a public water supply in North America in … of treatment are needed. What is secondary disinfection? After being disinfected, water travels through the … using the simple chlorination method. This should happen after: Constructing a new well Altering an existing well …

Vegetarian feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… no added salt or sugar See HealthLinkBC File #69c: Baby's first foods for information on introducing solid foods. For … of age. Sips of plain water can be offered from an open cup after 6 months, but it should not replace human milk or … formula: Safely making and storing formula (#69b) Baby's first foods (#69c) Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat …

Tick bites and disease

… diseases? If you have the following symptoms within days or weeks after being bitten by a tick, report them to your health … usually starts within a few hours to a day or two days after the bite What is the treatment? There are currently no …

Food safety in child care facilities

… at least 20 seconds before you eat or handle any food and after you use the washroom. Thoroughly wash fruits and … with hot soapy water. Sanitize kitchen surfaces and tools after cleaning. Use approved food surface sanitizers and … smaller portions Cool very hot items at room temperature at first. Place them in the fridge when steaming stops Leave …

Wildfire Its effects on drinking water quality

… system to work. They can also cause contamination of water after it's treated. How do I know if my water quality has … retardants and foams. If inhaled or ingested, immediate first aid is likely not required. But, you should contact a … quality. For some communities, problems may appear long after the wildfire is over (i.e. during intense rainfall …