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… virus. Chickenpox is usually a mild illness in children. Infection in teenagers, adults and people with … after the rash appears. To reduce the spread of chickenpox, children with the illness should not attend daycare or … virus. If your child is exposed to chickenpox, watch for signs of the illness for the next 2 to 3 weeks. What are the …
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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 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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… provider to remove it. Be sure to check for ticks on your children and pets if they have been out in an area where … to keep the tick in a freezer for 30 days and monitor for signs of illness. If signs of illness develop, see your health care provider …
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… water. Let stand for at least 30 minutes. Pregnant women, children, people with thyroid problems, or known iodine … diluted juices or sports drinks, for 24 to 48 hours. In children, people with underlying medical conditions, and the … you have these symptoms: High fever Blood or pus in stools Signs of dehydration such as dry mouth, rapid pulse, reduced …
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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, especially in the evenings …
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… decide how much to eat. Offer food when your baby shows signs of hunger and stop when they show signs of fullness. Your baby may be hungry if they: Reach … File #110b Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers HealthLinkBC: Reducing …
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… as a series of either 2 or 3 doses over a 6 month period. Children who start a series when they are 9 to 14 years of … with HPV? Most people infected with HPV do not show any signs or symptoms and can pass the virus on to others … It is recommended that parents or guardians and their children discuss consent for immunization. Children under …
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… how long to feed for. Start feeding when they show early signs of hunger and stop when they show signs of fullness. When your baby is hungry, they may: Open … Nutrition Series Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby …
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… beforehand. Park wardens, wildlife officers, and even signs posted at the trailhead can help. Be alert and pay attention to wildlife and signs of animal activity. Do not attempt to feed or touch … health and safety: HealthLinkBC File #26 Sun Safety for Children HealthLinkBC File #47 Cyanobacteria Blooms …
