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… that causes weakness of the legs, backache, loss of bladder control or constipation. To confirm that you have HTLV-1, … also more common in people who are 40 years or older Giving birth or breastfeeding. About one quarter of mothers who are … with HTLV-1 may transmit the virus to their babies at birth or through breastfeeding, especially if they …
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… and teaching. Make sure that your own emotions are under control, and then: Have your child sit with you in a quiet … Files: HealthLinkBC File #92a Your Child and Play From Birth to 3 Years HealthLinkBC File #92b Your Child’s Development From Birth to 3 Years HealthLinkBC File #92d Toilet Learning …
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… present What can I do to prevent or limit health concerns? Controlling the source, improving ventilation and using … Using an air cleaner may further improve air quality. Control the source: Follow the manufacturers’ instructions … of pollutants in indoor air if used along with source control and improved ventilation. Air cleaners use …
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… heart and lung diseases, diabetes and dementia Adverse birth outcomes such as lower birth weight Those most likely to be affected by particle … call toll-free 1-800-665-LUNG (5864) BC Centre for Disease Control: Wildfire Smoke …
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… methods) Gender-affirming/transition care (the Pill) Acne control (some methods) Preventing heavy bleeding during … uterus, where it grows and develops into a fetus. Hormones control the release of the egg and prepare the body to … (Accutane®) for acne, significantly increase the risk of birth defects. It is important to use effective …
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… of corticosteroid; problems with your immune system; use of birth control pills; pregnancy; or high blood sugar from poorly controlled diabetes. How is it spread? Vaginal yeast …
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… There are 3 basic ways to improve indoor air quality: Control the source: Remove the source of pollution or reduce … the home in addition to improving ventilation and trying to control or eliminate sources of pollution. Air cleaners that …
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… smoke can have a greater risk of miscarriages, premature birth and babies with low birth weight. How does second-hand smoke harm babies and … B.C. www.smokefreehousingbc.ca Tobacco and Vapour Products Control Act …
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… permanent hearing loss (approximately 1 out of every 400 births). For babies who need special care at birth, about 1 in 50 is born with permanent hearing loss. … hospital before you go home or in your community soon after birth. Most babies born in a hospital are screened before …
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… develop chronic HBV infection. Most infants infected at birth will develop chronic infection. People with chronic … and the first dose of the hepatitis B vaccine series at birth. Antiviral medications may be recommended for you before you give birth to further reduce the risk of passing the virus to …
