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Hearing tests for infants and children

… permanent hearing loss (approximately 1 out of every 400 births). For babies who need special care at birth, about 1 in 50 is born with permanent hearing loss. … hospital before you go home or in your community soon after birth. Most babies born in a hospital are screened before …

The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… smoke can have a greater risk of miscarriages, premature birth and babies with low birth weight. How does second-hand smoke harm babies and … Emerging research indicates that exposure to nicotine during pregnancy may impact fetal development. How can I …

Pregnancy and folic acid folate Preventing neural tube defects

… of being born with a neural tube defect? NTDs can happen during the very early weeks of pregnancy, when you may not … pregnant: Continue to take your multivitamin every day during your pregnancy and for 4 to 6 weeks after, or for as … also very high in vitamin A. Too much vitamin A may cause birth defects, especially during the first trimester. If you …

Hand foot and mouth disease

… weeks in the bowels of an infected person and can be spread during that time. Pregnant people who become infected with the virus shortly before they give birth may pass the virus to their baby. Newborn babies … be more severe. There is no clear evidence that infection during pregnancy will cause harm to an unborn baby. Hand, …

Immunization for health care workers in BC

… 1 dose of rubella vaccine, regardless of their year of birth, or proof they have had laboratory-confirmed rubella … to a developing baby; about 9 out of 10 babies will have a birth defect. Babies may be born with damage to their sight, … care settings. It also helps reduce illness among employees during the influenza season. Influenza is an infection of …

Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time

… Pill) Acne control (some methods) Preventing heavy bleeding during menstruation (IUDs) Other uses Talk to your health … (Accutane®) for acne, significantly increase the risk of birth defects. It is important to use effective …

Vaginal yeast infection

… of corticosteroid; problems with your immune system; use of birth control pills; pregnancy; or high blood sugar from … it spread? Vaginal yeast infections are not usually spread during sex. However, if your partner has symptoms, they … and female condoms help prevent the spread of many STIs during vaginal, anal and oral sex. Condoms are less …

Hepatitis C virus

… of blood on them From a pregnant person to their baby, during pregnancy or birth What are the symptoms? Most people who have HCV feel … HCV, you should see your health care provider regularly. During these visits, you may have physical exams and other …

Young children and their vision

… How developed is my child’s vision? Babies can see at birth, but they have to learn to use their eyes. They have … coordination for grasping, holding and throwing things. During the preschool years, children further develop vision … entry, to ensure any vision issues are addressed during this important time of visual development. Should …

Trichomoniasis

… of the genitals Pain or a burning feeling when urinating or during sex For men symptoms can include: Unusual fluid from … your baby may be born early (premature) and/or with a low birth weight. It is also associated with a higher chance of … commonly occur if you drink alcohol within 12 hours before, during and 24 to 72 hours after taking metronidazole. To …