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… HIV testing in pregnancy Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … people. A person with HIV can pass the virus to their baby during pregnancy, childbirth or while breast/chest feeding. … You can reduce your risk of HIV infection by using safer sex supplies such as condoms when having sex, using …
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… Allergy safe child care facilities Last updated March 1, 2019 … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is an allergy safe child care facility? Managing food allergy in a child … they should make efforts to create and maintain a safe environment for children with food allergy. Maintaining …
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… Allergy safe adult care facilities Last updated March 1, 2019 … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is an allergy safe adult care facility? Food allergy affects about 3 to 4 … facilities should make efforts to create and maintain a safe environment for adults with food allergy. Creating an …
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… Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC … a cool indoor environment. Weight normally gained during a pregnancy can make it harder for the body to maintain a safe …
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… Residential hot tubs and pools: Safe water quality Last updated August 1, 2024 HealthLink BC … in your hot tub or pool. How can I make sure the water is safe? Owners are responsible to ensure their hot tub or pool … hot tub or pool water should be measured daily, especially during periods of high use. Pool and hot tub owners should …
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… Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC … and wake your baby for feeds if they become sleepy while travelling in the hot weather Keeping cool during sleep Have …
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… Feeding your baby formula: Safely making and storing formula Last updated October 30, … infant formula, it’s important to prepare and store it safely to protect your baby. What are the different types … for no more than 15 minutes. Shake the bottle a few times during warming. Do not get tap water on the nipple or ring. …
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… Pregnancy and folic acid (folate): Preventing neural tube … of being born with a neural tube defect? NTDs can happen during the very early weeks of pregnancy, when you may not … (NPN). An NPN means the supplement meets Health Canada's safety standards for natural health products Talk to a …
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… or by a parent, child, or pet rolling onto the baby during sleep. What causes SIDS? The cause of SIDS is not fully understood but there are known safer sleep practices that reduce a baby’s risk of SIDS. … is in their own crib, cradle, or bassinet when at home or traveling. Make sure that the crib, cradle, or bassinet has …
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… behavioural problems affecting people exposed to alcohol during pregnancy. FASD is the leading developmental disability in … avoiding drinking any alcohol during pregnancy. There is no safe amount, safe time or safe type of alcohol to drink …
