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… been used to disinfect water? Chlorine disinfectants were first added to a public water supply in North America in … water travels through the distribution system to your home through a network of pipes. In some cases, pipes can … and creates chlorine by-products. Health Canada sets safety limits for chlorine by-products to reduce the risk of …
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… mouth method can be used for children who are older than 5 years of age. It is not recommended for children younger than 5 years of age, because it is hard for them to hold the … a health care provider when they have a fever. During the first 3 months of life, babies are not always able to fight …
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… water supply/source You are travelling in an area where the safety of the water is questionable You have a weakened … of a disinfectant, so it is important to clarify water as a first step. Reduce cloudiness by pouring the water through a …
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… in later life can affect a person’s health, happiness, safety and financial security. Older adults can experience … caregivers often have other responsibilities at work or at home, such as their own families. They may find it very … Abuse and Information Line (SAIL), hosted by Seniors First BC, 604 437-1940 in Vancouver or toll-free at 1 866 …
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… Vietnamese The majority of vision development occurs in the first few years of life. The older a child is at the time of … You can reduce the risk of eye injuries and increase eye safety for children. Teach children to play safely with toys … and cause irritated, red, or dry eyes Provide an area for homework that has even lighting and does not have glare or …
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… everyone 6 months of age and older. Those younger than 2 years of age will need to receive the inactivated influenza … illness from influenza. This includes: All children 2 years to less than 5 years of age Children 5 to 17 years of … might be contacted to participate in a study monitoring the safety of the vaccine. To learn more about the study please …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Hib … Children between 2 months and 59 months of age (under 5 years) should get the Hib vaccine. It is usually combined … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more …
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… not go away without treatment. Children should not be sent home or kept home from school or daycare because of head … to make sure that any head lice that have hatched after the first treatment are killed before they have a chance to lay … for pregnant or nursing people and children less than 4 years of age. What options are not recommended for treating …
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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the Men-C … vaccine is given to infants as a series of 2 doses. The first is given at 2 months of age, and the second at 12 … not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For information …
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… or infant formula mixed with well water, unless it has first been tested safe for nitrate levels. If possible, … monitor your well water for nitrate at least once per year in the spring and/or fall, when concentrations are the … . First Nations Health Authority 1 866 913-0033 Fraser Health …
