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Allergy safe child care facilities

… swelling (tongue, lips or face), itching, warmth, redness, rash, pale or blue-coloured skin Stomach : vomiting, nausea, … on allergen labelling, visit the Canadian Food Inspection Agency … buy a food or receive a food delivery. Ingredients in packaged foods can change without notice. Do not assume that a …

Role of Pets in Human Disease

… the toilet bowl Do not allow your pet access to the garbage Do not let your pet eat other animals Bird cages: Keep bird cages and enclosures clean to prevent the … The symptoms of psittacosis include fever, headache, rash, muscle aches and cough. Litter boxes: People can …

Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat

… exposed skin by wearing sunscreen with broad-spectrum coverage and a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of at least 30 Lower … Feeling generally unwell Heavy sweating Muscle cramps Heat rash or heat edema (swelling) Swelling, especially in hands …

Travellers diarrhea

… contact. Untreated water that has become contaminated by sewage or animal manure can also be a source of disease when it … brushing teeth Drink bottled or boiled water, bottled beverages, or drinks made with treated water. Check that bottled beverages are sealed Wash and peel your own fruits and vegetables …

Preventing abuse and neglect of older adults

… in a way that does not risk the older adult's safety Encourage the older adult to ask a professional for confidential … HealthLinkBC File #93d Financial Abuse of Older Adults Image Elder Abuse Prevention Series Preventing abuse and …

Prenatal ultrasound

… nurse practitioner. It uses sound waves to produce a live image of your baby in the womb that can be seen on a monitor. … waves that bounce off of the baby and turns them into an image. These images are used to assess the health and well-being of your …

Your childs feelings

… Vietnamese Even before they learn and understand language, children feel emotions. They can tell if you are happy … can always rely on an adult to soothe them and help them manage difficult feelings. Challenges Every day, your child … of by aggression or physical force. In clear, simple language, talk about behaviours and consequences as well. “If you …

Quitting smoking

… are and plan how you will cope with each one. 6. Manage withdrawal When you quit smoking, your body has to … this. NRT or prescription medications can also help you manage withdrawal symptoms. 7. Go easy on yourself Quitting is … They do not contain nicotine but work in the brain to manage withdrawal symptoms and nicotine cravings, and can …