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Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis

Your childs feelings

… they live in. Children have the same feelings as adults. They may not know the words angry, sad, happy or …

The Infants Act mature minor consent and immunization

… in which a child of this age may provide their own consent. Older children are given the opportunity to consent for …

Newborn blood spot card screening

… system. If your baby has CF, they may have frequent chest infections and problems digesting food. which can result in … Treatment can help with growth and reduce the risk of lung infections. Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA): SMA affects the … a baby’s immune system and makes it hard to fight against infections or germs. Early treatment can greatly improve …

Health Risks in the Wilderness

Pregnancy and dental health

… greater risk of having developmental problems, asthma, ear infections and may have a higher risk of infant death How …

Food safety Easy ways to make food safer

… illness? Children under 5 years People who are pregnant Adults 60 years and over People with a compromised immune …

Emergency contraception EC

… EC does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs). EC does not cause an abortion or … see HealthLinkBC File #08o Preventing Sexually Transmitted Infections . … Emergency contraception EC …

Indoor air quality Mould and other biological contaminants

… cause allergic reactions. Bacteria and viruses can cause infections. Mould can also cause infections, but it rarely does. Some studies have found …

The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… to second-hand smoke have a greater risk of getting lung infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia. They also …