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Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat

… heat of the day to trap cooler air inside Cover windows by using shutters, blinds, drapes, blankets or sheets to keep … can also use a personal spray bottle with cool water Try using a cold pack or wrap. You can also wear a damp shawl or …

Your babys immune system and vaccines

… to get all vaccines on time. Yes No I know why my child can safely get more than one vaccine at a time. Yes No I know …

Head lice

… 10 days apart. In this case, consider a full treatment plan using a topical treatment of a different type. Irritation …

Sleep related infant death

… naturally swallow or cough up fluids on their own. Avoid using items that prop the baby in one position during sleep. …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

The pregnant traveller

… such as toxoplasmosis, listeriosis or hepatitis E. Avoid using bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto Bismol®) to treat …

Naloxone Treating opioid overdose

Manganese in drinking water

… was only considered a nuisance in drinking water (e.g. causing stains on laundry, plumbing fixtures, etc.). However, … high levels of manganese? Health Canada established the MAC using a precautionary approach. It is assumed that the most …

Waterborne infections in British Columbia

Babys first foods

… starts solid foods, at about 6 months of age. This includes safely prepared peanut, tree nut, sesame seed, egg, fish, … formula: Before you start (#69a) Feeding your baby formula: Safely making and storing formula (#69b) Baby's first foods …