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… heart and lung diseases, diabetes and dementia Adverse birth outcomes such as lower birth weight Those most likely to be affected by particle … my health against particle pollution? Reduce exposure during pollution events When outdoor air quality is poor, it …
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… may help you: Bond with your baby Heal after giving birth Decrease your risk of breast cancer, ovarian cancer … feeding. This often happens in the first few days and during growth spurts. By their second day of life, most … to eat a little more each day, you can try to: Add a snack during the day, such as fruit with plain yogurt or …
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… measles, mumps or encephalitis Some infections present at birth such as cytomegalovirus (CMV), toxoplasmosis or … syndromes, like Down syndrome, Pendred and Alport Low birth weight – less than 1200 grams (2.65 pounds) Neonatal … (ECMO) treatment as a newborn Very high bilirubin levels at birth that need an exchange transfusion Receiving certain …
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… are not strong enough to support the weight of their head. During shaking, an infant's head moves back and forth in a … have permanent brain damage. Shaking injuries do not occur during regular interactions. For example, gently bouncing an … you received at the hospital. For mothers that did not give birth at a hospital in British Columbia, you can receive the …
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… Sleep For My Baby . What can I do to keep my baby safe during sleep? Put your baby to sleep on his or her back … sleep. Do not use items that prop the baby in one position during sleep. If your baby has a health condition that … be avoided. Babies who were born prematurely or with a low birthweight are at higher risk of death while bedsharing. …
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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Is it safe to travel during pregnancy? Pregnant women can be at increased risk of … or the Zika virus are common. The safest time to travel is during 18 to 24 weeks of pregnancy. Most complications … system. Malaria increases the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth, and death for mother and infant. Pregnant women …
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… Files: HealthLinkBC File #92a Your Child and Play From Birth to 3 Years HealthLinkBC File #92b Your Child’s Development From Birth to 3 Years HealthLinkBC File #92d Toilet Learning … . Child Development Series Your child and play from birth to 3 years (#92a) Your child's development from birth …
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… Asbestos: When Should I Worry . How can I protect myself during the clean-up? Wear appropriate protective equipment … eye protection and a well-fitted respirator such as an N95. During cleaning, avoid touching exposed skin with … hot water and detergent. You should not wear footwear used during clean up into clean areas. Remember to bathe or …
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… numbers of these bacteria are found in tissues involved in birth including the uterus, placenta and birth fluids. Q fever is very infectious and even a small … who are in contact with goats, sheep and cattle, especially during the birthing process Stockyard workers Livestock …
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… to airborne Douglas-fir tussock moth hairs and shed skins during large-scale infestations have caused allergic … and can be used on certified organic farms. What happens during aerial spraying? Aerial spraying of Foray 48B® is … weather is suitable. Each area is usually treated only once during a season, with applications timed to treat larvae …
