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… with plant-based protein foods and more For recipes that use animal foods, substitute plant-based ingredients. For … water can be offered from an open cup after 6 months but should not replace human milk or formula Continue to offer … under the age of 2. Only offer them if your child is over 2 and gets enough fat, energy, and protein from other …
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… from certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV) that cause cancers of the anus, cervix, mouth and throat, penis, … of HPV that cause about 90% of cases of genital warts. Who should get the HPV vaccine? The HPV9 vaccine is provided … HPV vaccines are given as a series of either 2 or 3 doses over a 6 month period. Children who start a series when they …
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… added during the water treatment process, fluoride levels should never exceed this level. Fewer than 4 percent of the … protects teeth when they first appear and as they develop over time. Fluoride bonds with the enamel or surface of … water suppliers should make the test results available to users and the public. If you have a private/domestic well, …
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… on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a lifetime. Immunization has saved more lives in Canada … Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the hepatitis B vaccine? The vaccine is given to … in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in a …
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… dirty. Items that have come into contact with flood water should be handled carefully. Flood waters passing over land may come into contact with farmyards, manure, … . If the water in the well looks clear, you may be able to use it after disinfection. For information on how to …
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… on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a lifetime. Immunization has saved more lives in Canada … Call your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the Hib vaccine? Children between 2 months and 59 … vaccine. There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. If you have any …
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… Vietnamese What are the health concerns of hot tub and pool use? Hot tubs and pools can provide an environment for … in the water gets used up. Before and after use, you should check the disinfectant level and add disinfectant if … regular basis. Steam condensing under the hot tub or pool cover can be a perfect place for many bacteria to live, so it …
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… before you leave on a trip. Most travel vaccines are not covered by the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP), so … traveller’s diarrhea and cholera, which are infections caused by 2 types of bacteria. The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. Who should get the vaccine? If you are travelling to or working …
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… on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a lifetime. Immunization has saved more lives in Canada … with your health care provider to make an appointment. Who should get the PCV 13 vaccine? Babies receive the vaccine as … vaccine. There is no need to delay getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. If you have concerns, …
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… on time, your child can be protected from many diseases over a lifetime. Immunization has saved more lives in Canada … If the virus stays in the body for a long time, it can cause serious disease including permanent liver damage … with the vaccine at a young age is important. Who should get the hepatitis B vaccine at birth? The hepatitis B …