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… Iron and your health Last updated February 21, 2025 HealthLink BC … English Why is iron important? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is found in … more easily. Iron is especially important for babies and children. It supports healthy growth, brain development, and …
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… Fibre and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … Why is fibre important? Eating high-fibre foods can lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and colon cancer. Insoluble fibre can help keep your gut healthy and prevent constipation. Soluble fibre can …
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… Vitamin D and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … Vietnamese Why do I need vitamin D? Vitamin D helps your body absorb and use calcium for strong bones and teeth. … a daily vitamin D supplement of 400IU: Infants and young children under 2 years of age who are breastfed or fed some …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Wash your hands often to keep yourself and others healthy. Hand washing is the most … Why is hand washing important? Washing your hands and your child’s hands is the best way to stop the spread of germs. …
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… Dental care for your infant and toddler Last updated March 1, 2021 … Vietnamese Beginning dental care early is important for your child’s health. Dental care keep teeth healthy for a …
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… Dietary Fats and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … you feel full longer. The type of fat you eat can affect your health. Choosing unsaturated instead of saturated fats can help reduce your risk of heart disease. What are some food sources of …
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… Your baby's immune system and vaccines Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 50a Child Immunization Series Download PDF Document English … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines …
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… Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers Last updated April 16, … a child is turning blue and cannot speak or cough, follow your organization's health and safety procedures. Call 9-1-1 … making and storing formula (#69b) Baby's first foods (#69c) Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well (#69d) Meal and …
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… Protecting your baby against hepatitis B at birth Last updated February … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Keep your child safe. Get all vaccines on time. By getting all the …
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… Feeding your baby: Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old Last … updated September 18, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 69h Child Nutrition Series Download PDF Document English … making and storing formula (#69b) Baby's first foods (#69c) Helping your 1 to 3 Year old child eat well (#69d) Meal and …
