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… a health care practitioner read your test. People with TB infections usually respond with a raised, firm reaction at …
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… method that protects you against sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Some anti-seizure medications and other … health nurse. For information about sexually transmitted infections, visit HealthLinkBC File #08o Preventing Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) . For information about PharmaCare …
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… to serve meals and snacks at about the same time every day. Children who graze all day may not learn how it feels to be … eat along with a new food for them to try. Sometimes young children want the same foods over and over again. This is … a mess is also part of learning how to eat. Reduce distractions at mealtimes Turn off the TV, cell phones, tablets …
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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Just like adults, children need their sleep. When they do not sleep well, they … naps and at night How can I get my toddler to sleep? Many children between 1 and 3 years of age wake up during the … decreases over time. Ages 1 to 3 years are also a time when children discover and start expressing their independence. …
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… an unclean environment. Head lice are commonly spread among children and adults who have close head-to-head contact. … best way to prevent the spread of head lice is to encourage children to avoid head-to-head contact. Teach them not to … live lice. Head lice will not go away without treatment. Children should not be sent home or kept home from school or …
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… of the body’s muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections. In rare cases, GBS can also occur after some …
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… too much or too little and can also cause choking, ear infections and tooth decay (cavities) How often should I … Nutrition Series Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby …
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… D and healthy fats are important nutrients for young children. Regularly offer your child foods with: Iron: lean … How do I help my child eat safely? Young children are at higher risk of choking. Always stay with … File #110b Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers Health Canada Food Safety …
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… of the eyelid. Who is most at risk from UV radiation? Children who are frequently in the sun are vulnerable to the … bed use starts before 35 years of age. In British Columbia, children under the age of 18 are banned from using tanning … not covered by clothing or a hat. Do not use sunscreen on children younger than 6 months. How can I protect my eyes? …
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… in a hot environment People who are pregnant Infants and children up to 4 years of age who rely on adults to make … rays but not from the heat Regularly check older adults, children, and others for signs of heat-related illness, … health concerns whose judgment may be impaired Never leave children, dependent adults, or pets alone in a parked car. …
