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Quit or reduce vaping

… specifically to the use of nicotine products. What are the risks of vaping? Vaping can impact your health in several … day Note the concentration of nicotine you use. Gradually reducing the concentration of nicotine over time may help … may be improved physical or mental health, saving money, or reducing stress and anxiety. Make a plan Whether you want to …

Health Risks in the Wilderness

… Health Risks in the Wilderness Last updated July 1, 2023 HealthLink … in the wilderness, you should be aware of certain health risks. Prepare for the activity you are doing and where you … Fire-making kit Signalling device (i.e. whistle) Extra food and water Extra clothing Navigational and communication …

Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products

… Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products Last … No. All tobacco and nicotine products carry health risks and are highly addictive. The best thing you can do … use? Quitting is the only way to avoid potential health risks from tobacco and nicotine. B.C. offers several free …

Iron in Foods

… Iron in Foods Last updated March 25, 2022 HealthLink BC File number … sex, whether you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and what food sources of iron you eat. What foods contain iron? Iron is found naturally in many foods …

Food safety Easy ways to make food safer

… Food safety: Easy ways to make food safer Last updated March … properly. This is called cross contamination. To reduce the risk: Separate raw meat, poultry and seafood from other … smell bad, so if in doubt, throw it out. Who is at highest risk of foodborne illness? Children under 5 years People who …

Babys first foods

… Baby's first foods Last updated October 3, 2024 HealthLink BC File number … When can I introduce common food allergens? To reduce the risk of a food allergy developing, introduce common food … and young children: For child care providers HealthLinkBC: Reducing Risk of Food Allergy in Your Baby HealthLinkBC: …

Unpasteurized fruitvegetable juices and ciders A potential health risk

… fruit/vegetable juices and ciders: A potential health risk Last updated August 21, 2024 HealthLink BC File number … and consumed by the best before date. What is the risk? Unpasteurized apple and orange juices have been linked … dietitian. For more information For more information about food safety, please visit the following: HealthLinkBC File …

Food safety in child care facilities

… Food safety in child care facilities Last updated March 28, … pain and fever. Children 5 years and under are at a higher risk of getting sick because their immune systems are not … properly. This is called cross contamination. To reduce the risk: Separate raw meat, poultry and seafood from other …

Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers Last updated September 17, … I make sure my child has enough iron? Introduce iron-rich foods to your baby at around 6 months. This is when your … guidelines for offering cow milk Cow milk can increase the risk of iron deficiency if it’s introduced too early. You …

Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… Severe allergic reactions to food: Children and teens Last updated March 1, 2019 … a food as harmful. Some children with food allergy are at risk of having a severe allergic reaction. A severe allergic … not treated. If you are not sure whether your child is at risk of a severe allergic reaction, ask your child’s health …