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… or diarrhea, call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered nurse or contact your health care provider. What about soothers or … . For more information on dental care, please contact the dental program at your public health unit, your …
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… is no safe kind of alcohol to drink during pregnancy. All types of alcohol, including beer, wine, spirits, coolers and …
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… factors such as concentration, water temperature, pH and contact time between the disinfectant and germs. This is why … on maintaining safe water quality in hot tubs and pools, contact your local environmental health office, or your …
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… where there is measles disease or are known to have been in contact with someone with measles. (these children will need … with the viruses. The viruses can also spread through contact with an infected person's saliva when sharing food, …
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… with this virus. The viruses can also spread through contact with an infected person’s saliva when sharing food, … cigarettes, or by kissing. Varicella can also be spread by contact with fluid from the chickenpox or shingles blisters. …
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… chest; your heartbeat may comfort your baby, skin-to-skin contact is favourable Follow your baby's cues for hunger … you can call your local hospital or health clinic for other contacts in your community. Remember – NEVER shake a baby! …
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… Drinking Water Quality. People and pets should avoid direct contact with fire retardants and foams. If inhaled or … immediate first aid is likely not required. But, you should contact a physician or B.C. Drug and Poison Control Center … read FireSmart's manual at https://firesmartbc.ca/resource-types/guides-manuals . For information about how to prepare …
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… much. What are the different forms of iron? There are 2 types of iron found in foods: Heme iron is found in meat, …
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… longer than 1 hour, change, worsen or cause you concern, contact a health care provider. If you are unsure about your … such as obesity, kidney disease, or heart issues. Contact your healthcare provider or go to the hospital right …
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… infections. Keep your baby close and provide skin-to-skin contact. This will encourage feeding and bonding. It will … your baby’s development. Remember to only have skin-to-skin contact when you’re wide awake and to avoid distractions …
