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… Drinking water chlorination facts Last updated June 14, 2022 … earth is in the oceans as sodium chloride or salt. Salt and water are the most common ingredients used to manufacture … and creates chlorine by-products. Health Canada sets safety limits for chlorine by-products to reduce the risk of …
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… Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers Last updated September 23, 2024 HealthLink BC File … child is getting enough nutrients from other foods Plain water Sips of plain water can be offered from an open cup after 6 months but …
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… Food safety in child care facilities Last updated March 28, 2023 … foodborne illness? Clean Wash your hands with warm soapy water for at least 20 seconds before you eat or handle any … Thoroughly wash fruits and vegetables under cool, running water before cutting or serving them, even if you plan to …
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… Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers Last updated September 17, 2024 HealthLink BC File … nut or seed butters blended with an equal amount of warm water and stirred into iron-fortified infant cereal Sample … Ingredients: 160 mL (2/3 cup) rolled oats 375 mL (1 ½ cups) water 125 mL (1/2 cup) whole wheat flour 250 mL (1 cup) …
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… Vegetarian feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers Last updated September 25, 2024 HealthLink BC File … continue until they’re 9 to 12 months of age. Sips of plain water can be offered from an open cup after 6 months, but it … of iron-rich foods. One to 2 years Continue to offer water from an open cup in between meals for thirst. If your …
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… Wildfire: Its effects on drinking water quality Last updated January 12, 2024 HealthLink BC … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Wildfires can impact water sources used for our drinking water. For example: … before wearing it. For more information about health and safety around fire retardants, see BC Centre for Disease …
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… is considered safe and effective against tooth decay. Offer water to drink between feedings Introduce your baby to using … lidless cup between 6 and 9 months of age. After 12 months, water is the best choice between regular feeding times and … fluoride and few cities add fluoride to the drinking water. If you are unsure if your water supply contains …
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… Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat Last … your home Keep your body cool and hydrated Drink plenty of water and other fluids (about 3-4 litres of water a day), especially if you are breast/chest-feeding and …
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… Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat … shade or in a cool area inside Go to large parks that have water features and lots of trees as they may be cooler and breezier. You can also look for splash pads, waterparks, or pools that are age-appropriate Using a more …
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… Residential hot tubs and pools: Health and safety tips Last updated June 6, 2024 HealthLink BC File … and ear infections, and pneumonia. How can I make sure the water is safe? If you are unsure of the maintenance or water quality, do not enter the pool or hot tub. “If in …