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Elementary school age children and their vision

… or ophthalmologist), especially if you notice any concerns. Some conditions can result in permanent vision … and a blurry picture in the weak eye What are some vision concerns and their symptoms? Your child should see your … eyes, sunglasses should: Have large lenses and a wraparound design, fully covering the eyes Fit well and be …

Prenatal ultrasound

… over the past few decades with no confirmed health risks for the baby or the mother. Ultrasound is not an X-ray … is developing normally or if there are any major physical concerns Check on the amount of amniotic fluid around your baby Show what position your baby is in Help …

Carbapenemase-producing organisms CPO

… a concern? CPO are commonly found in a number of countries around the world, particularly in their health care …

Sleep related infant death

… when a baby is accidentally smothered by items in the bed, such as pillows, toys, heavy blankets, or by a parent, … a week, in multiple languages Share a room with your baby Sharing a room helps protect your baby against sleep-related … safe as possible. For more information about reducing the risks of bedsharing, see …

Impetigo

… rash will spread if not treated. This rash usually appears around the nose, mouth, and other parts of the face. It can … impetigo should not share towels, clothes, face cloths, bedding, toys, or personal items such as combs or brushes … is important that your child keeps taking all of the prescribed antibiotics until they are used up, even if the rash has …

Pregnancy and alcohol use

… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the risks of drinking during pregnancy? There are a number of … Show that you care about them as well as the baby Encourage sharing of feelings Be sincere, caring, and non-judgmental … free yourself during the pregnancy. Or avoid drinking around them and in social situations when you are together …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… language skills, social skills such as cooperation and sharing, emotional skills such as identifying and dealing … an hour. As they get older, babies like to play and move around outdoors. To support their development, play with … File #92d Toilet Learning HealthLinkBC File #92e Time for Bed Baby’s Best Chance (PDF 14.9 MB) Some information in …

Indoor air quality Combustion by-products

… exhaust coming in through a garage. What are some health concerns of combustion by-products? Carbon monoxide (CO): … is also present What can I do to prevent or limit health concerns? Controlling the source, improving ventilation and … using carbon monoxide (CO) detectors will help limit health concerns. Using an air cleaner may further improve air …

Scabies

… untreated. Although less common, scabies can be spread by sharing clothes, towels or bedding. Anyone can get scabies and it does not mean you … cream to mouth, nostrils and eyes. Put on clean clothes and bedding after applying treatment. Itchiness may continue for …

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease CJD

… die from it each year. CJD can be found in every country around the world. What causes CJD? CJD is caused by an … therapies. A person with CJD eventually becomes confined to bed and must be fed by a tube. Is CJD related to variant CJD …