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… contain viruses that can be passed on to other people. If you have contact with a person’s blood or body fluids you could … is important to dispose of a used condom, needle or syringe quickly and carefully. Always wear clean disposable gloves …
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… Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers Last updated April … young children are at high risk of choking because they: Have less practice controlling food in their mouths Do not … Check the child's play area often for choking hazards and quickly remove them Make sure the toys are in good condition …
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… infected with WNV will not get sick. A few people will have a mild to moderate illness that starts 3 to 14 days … In very rare cases, WNV infection can result in death. If you develop a severe headache or neck stiffness for which … the risk of infection with WNV. There are many simple things that you can do to protect yourself: Use mosquito …
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… toilet, or to become independent in toileting. Start when your child shows you they are ready. Make toilet learning a … Some forms of toilet learning are directed by an adult, have a set timeline and don`t always ensure the child is … house or yard. This allows your toddler to sit on the potty quickly when they feel the urge to go. If your child won’t …
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… Document Spanish Document Tagalog Document Vietnamese If you have untreated TB disease that can spread from person to … your TB will get better and you will be able to do the same things you did before you became sick. For more information …
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… quality may decline. During a wildfire, it's important that you have access to enough reliable and safe drinking water. … into drinking water sources is very small, and levels drop quickly over time. Foams typically get burned-off when used …
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… ventilation is limited. Knowing possible causes will help you improve the quality of the air you breathe indoors. What … radon gas may lead to lung cancer. High levels of radon have been found in parts of interior and northern British … examples include detecting and repairing any water damage quickly (for biological contaminants), replacing …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese If you are going to be travelling, make sure to discuss your … is also a doctor’s fee. Bring a record of all vaccines you have received in the past to the travel clinic. Keep a … can also be spread through saliva or spit when people share things like food and drinks. The vaccine is recommended for …
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… Your child's development from birth to 3 years Last updated … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Your child’s experiences in the early months and years of … of rules. Every child develops at their own pace. If you have any concerns about your child’s development, talk to …
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… Document Vietnamese Eating well and being active can help you stay healthy and strong as you age. Eating a variety of … in the fridge or a bowl of fruit on the counter so they are quick to grab One quarter of your plate with whole grain … bread, oatmeal, brown and wild rice and barley Whole grains have vitamins, minerals and more fibre than refined grains. …
