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… or had a baby within the past 6 weeks may be at a higher risk, especially if they do not have access to a cool indoor … long periods can be dangerous. Extreme heat may raise the risk of pregnancy related complications. If it gets very hot … young children during extreme heat For more information on foods and drinks to limit or avoid during pregnancy or …
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… periodontal (gum and bone) disease. This can increase the risk for other health conditions (e.g., diabetes and heart … or low-birth weight baby. These babies are at greater risk of having developmental problems, asthma, ear … eat and drink, how often you eat and drink, how long the food stays on your teeth and how long plaque builds up on …
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… vaccine, is especially recommended for those at high risk of serious illness from influenza. This includes: All … difficulty breathing, swallowing or a risk of choking on food or fluids, such as people with severe brain damage, … When you get immunized, you help protect others as well by reducing the spread of the influenza virus. What are the …
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… and included. Human milk (breast milk) is the only food your baby needs for the first 6 months. When your baby … to babies who are not breastfed or chestfed May lower the risk of sleep-related infant death Why is breastfeeding or … Bond with your baby Heal after giving birth Decrease your risk of breast cancer, ovarian cancer and diabetes When can …
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… a safe sleeping environment for your baby will reduce the risk of injuries and sleep related infant death, including … baby Smoking or exposure to second-hand smoke increases the risk of SIDS. Carefully consider the risks of bedsharing The safest place for your baby to sleep …
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… infected with Giardia ? Giardia cysts can spread by water, food or fecal-oral transmission between infected … in settings such as child care centers. The risk is greatest for young children who are not yet … rivers, lakes, ponds, shallow wells or ground water at risk of containing pathogens. It may be contaminated with …
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… infectious viruses are present. There is an extremely small risk that some blood-borne infections could be passed on … mothers have hepatitis B Newborns whose mothers are at high risk of infection with hepatitis B, such as those who inject … also occur. Some immune globulins may be associated with a risk of thrombosis (blood clots) within 24 hours of …
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… Cryptosporidium ? Cryptosporidium can be spread by water, food, or fecal-oral transmission from an infected person or … and poor hygiene, such as child care centers. The risk is greatest for young children who are not yet toilet … Young children and the elderly may be at greater risk of getting dehydrated. How is cryptosporidiosis …
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… viruses present. However, there is an extremely small risk of passing some blood-borne infections through the use … was given. Some immune globulins may be associated with a risk of thrombosis (blood clots) within 24 hours of … them, especially when large volumes are given. The risk of thrombosis is increased in those: 45 years of age …
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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Children are at higher risk of getting sick from travel to tropical and developing … health nurse about which vaccines your child needs and the risk of infection while travelling. How can I prevent … Breastfeeding is the best way to reduce the risk of foodborne and waterborne illness. You should purify (boil …
