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Calcium and your health

… during times of bone growth, such as during childhood and pregnancy. Having enough vitamin D helps your body better … Information). If you are not getting enough calcium, try eating more foods that contain it. If you find it hard to … for children under 2 years of age Nutrition Series Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol (#68a) …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… Document Vietnamese Play is a very important part of healthy development. Through play and curiosity, your child … skills such as identifying and dealing with feelings, physical skills such as fine and gross motor skills, and … ideas that can be used to support and encourage physical activity early on, and is updated on a weekly basis. Play …

Babys first foods

… This can help your baby learn food skills, develop healthy eating patterns and be more likely to try and enjoy a … foods for babies and toddlers (#69i) Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69j) Vegetarian feeding …

Living well with hepatitis B virus infection

… such as in an office or school Coughing or sneezing Physical contact such as hugging and kissing Using the same … unless the nipples are cracked and bleeding The healthy, intact skin of others coming into contact with your … vaccine Eat healthy, nutritious food as outlined by the Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide. Visit …

Vancomycin-resistant enterococci VRE

… found in the stomach and bowels of about 19 out of every 20 healthy people. They are also normally found in the mouth … most important thing you can do is wash your hands before eating, drinking, smoking or applying personal care … While in hospital, visitors will need to follow hospital guidelines to prevent the spread of VRE. This will include …

Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… in watches, calculators and handheld games How can I make eating safer for a child? Until children are at least 4 … Toddler's First Steps www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/toddlers-first-steps Rules for operating a …

The pregnant traveller

… Spanish Document Vietnamese Is it safe to travel during pregnancy? Pregnant women can be at increased risk of … your travel plans and medical needs. If you have certain pregnancy-related or medical conditions, you may be advised … about what you eat and drink. For tips on how to stay healthy while travelling, visit HealthLinkBC File #41e …

Carbapenemase-producing organisms CPO

… CPO are usually a low risk and rarely cause an infection in healthy people. If they spread from the gut to other parts … cleaned after going to the bathroom and before preparing or eating food. People identified as having a CPO should follow … hospitals? If you are visiting a hospital, follow hospital guidelines to prevent the spread of CPO. Wash your hands or …

Prenatal ultrasound

… that you have one or more ultrasound scans during your pregnancy. These prenatal ultrasound scans provide important … your baby is developing normally or if there are any major physical concerns Check on the amount of amniotic fluid … that have an isolated ultrasound “marker” are completely healthy and well. Ultrasound cannot detect all prenatal …

Fibre and Your Health

… have a combination of both. Canada’s food guide recommends eating whole grain foods like oats, quinoa and brown rice. … and colon cancer. Insoluble fibre can help keep your gut healthy and prevent constipation. Soluble fibre can help: … g 14 to18 38 g 26 g 19 to 50 38 g 25 g 51 to 70+ 30 g 21 g Pregnancy (any age) / 28 g Breast feeding (any age) / 29 g g …