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… and other volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are chemicals found in materials such as plywood and …
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… or death. People undergoing therapy such as chemotherapy, radiation or HIV/AIDS can develop further complications Safe …
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… women who have rubella infection in the first 3 months of pregnancy. CRS is rare because so many women are immune to … If you are not immune, you should be immunized after your pregnancy, preferably before leaving the hospital. Rubella vaccine should not be given during pregnancy as a general precaution of avoiding live vaccines …
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… a cool indoor environment. Weight normally gained during a pregnancy can make it harder for the body to maintain a safe … can be dangerous.  Extreme heat may raise the risk of pregnancy related complications. If it gets very hot in your … and no alcohol intake.  If you are tandem feeding during pregnancy, it’s important for you to stay hydrated. Try …
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… can also be transferred to a developing baby during pregnancy or to a newborn baby during delivery. Who is at … food safer For more information about food safety during pregnancy, visit BC Centre for Disease Control Pregnancy and Food Safety: …
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… given by injection is considered safe at any stage of pregnancy. People in the second half of pregnancy are at much higher risk of hospitalization due to … in the third trimester. As well, people at any stage of pregnancy who have chronic medical conditions are also at …
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… with your immune system; use of birth control pills; pregnancy; or high blood sugar from poorly controlled … are the best types of condoms to use to help prevent pregnancy and STIs. (Animal skin condoms can help prevent pregnancy but don’t work as well as latex or polyurethane …