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… Hearing tests for infants and children Last updated October 1, 2022 HealthLink BC File … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Children start learning language from the moment they are … loss can be temporary or permanent. Most hearing loss in young children is temporary and medically treatable. A test …
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… Preventing abuse and neglect of older adults Last updated … are most often family members such as a person’s spouse or children, but they can also include friends and caregivers. … Abuse of Older Adults Image Elder Abuse Prevention Series Preventing abuse and neglect of older adults (#93a) Abuse …
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… Preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Last … do I talk about prevention? Talk to your partner(s) about preventing STIs before having oral, genital or anal sex. … against STIs Condoms made from rubber prevent STIs by preventing sexual and body fluids from being exchanged …
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… Elementary school age children and their vision Last updated January 12, 2022 … ocular development. Should my child have a vision test? All children should have a comprehensive eye examination by … File #11 Ultraviolet Radiation HealthLinkBC File #53a Young Children and Their Vision For more information on …
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… How to take a temperature: Children and adults Last updated August 1, 2021 HealthLink … method is usually used to check for fever in newborns and young children: Place the tip of the thermometer in the … than 5 years of age. It is not recommended for children younger than 5 years of age, because it is hard for them to …
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… Severe allergic reactions to food: Children and teens Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC … everyone to wash their hands before and after eating. Help young children to wash their hands Wash kitchen equipment … How to avoid their food allergens. When your child is very young you can teach them to talk to you before accepting …
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… Pregnancy and folic acid (folate): Preventing neural tube defects Last updated April 16, 2024 … … Pregnancy and folic acid folate Preventing neural tube defects …
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… Preventing Water-Borne Infections For People with Weakened … Your Baby Formula: Safely Making and Storing Formula … Preventing Water-Borne Infections For People with Weakened …
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… Follow these tips to reduce the risk of choking and food poisoning When preparing vegetables and fruits: Wash … File #69c Baby’s first foods HealthLink File #110b Preventing choking in babies and young children HealthLink File #69i Iron-rich foods for …
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… Tip #1: Prepare your child before the visit All ages: Children are very aware of the emotions of their caregivers. … Use a matter-of-fact, supportive approach Toddlers and young children: In general, toddlers and pre-school age children …
