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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is hand, foot and mouth disease? Hand, foot and mouth … of hand, foot and mouth disease. This can occur if you or your child does not drink enough liquids due to pain … The virus can also spread through droplets in the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. You can be …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are head lice? Head lice are tiny, sesame seed-sized, … to share hats, combs, hair accessories or hairbrushes. If your child has long hair, tie it up or put it in a braid. … add one more combing in 4 days until you find no live lice. When should I call my health care provider? Call your health …
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… about their world through all of the sounds around them. If your child cannot hear well, they will likely have trouble … hearing loss. There are no obvious signs that indicate when a baby is not hearing well. It is impossible to know … important that every baby have a newborn hearing screening. What will a hearing screening be like for my baby? Hearing …
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… metal that is liquid at room temperature, and forms beads when spilled. Some of it also evaporates to form a … pose health risks if they break and the mercury spills. What are the health effects of exposure to elemental … The level of toxicity depends on how much mercury vapour you inhale, and for how long. When you inhale large amounts …
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… same way. Vision problems often have a family history. If you know of vision problems in your family, your child's … in the good eye and a blurry picture in the weak eye What are some vision concerns and their symptoms? Your child … Children should take regular breaks to rest their eyes when reading Teach children not to walk or run while …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is fluoride? Fluoride is a mineral found naturally in … does fluoride prevent tooth decay? Fluoride protects teeth when they first appear and as they develop over time. … Studies show that children who drink fluoridated water can expect up to 35 percent less tooth decay than those who …
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… cause further frailty (weakness). This increases the risk. What factors increase the risks of falls? Health factors: … more someone falls, the more likely it is that they will have a severe fall leading to injuries. You can use the Staying Independent Checklist (PDF, 1,502 …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is fetal alcohol spectrum disorder? Fetal Alcohol … physical, learning and behavioural disabilities. Children, youth and adults with FASD will be affected in different … to a small amount of the alcohol that passes into your milk when you drink. Alcohol can also impact the taste and reduce …
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… Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the hepatitis B vaccine? The hepatitis B vaccine … liver damage, which can lead to liver cancer and death. When you get your child immunized, you help protect others … number. It is important to always report serious or unexpected reactions to your health care provider. Who should …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is norovirus? Norovirus is a virus that causes acute … symptoms? Within 1 to 2 days of being exposed to norovirus you may have the following symptoms: an upset stomach, … is found in the vomit and diarrhea of people who are sick. When someone vomits, people nearby may become infected by …
