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Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… sure my child has enough iron? Introduce iron-rich foods to your baby at around 6 months. This is when your baby’s iron supply starts to decrease. It’s also when … enough iron. Offer iron-rich foods every day Your baby’s first foods should be rich in iron. Offer your baby …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… can be hard on a person's health. For older men, their first experience with abuse or neglect may occur in later … Abuse and Information Line (SAIL), hosted by Seniors First BC, 604 437-1940 in Vancouver or toll-free at 1 866 437-1940, or visit https://seniorsfirstbc.ca/ Government of B.C. – Protection from Elder Abuse …

Hearing loss in children

… Spanish Document Vietnamese Hearing is important for your child’s social and emotional growth. The ability to hear well also supports your child as they learn to talk and eventually to read and … to appear distracted or withdrawn. Parents are usually the first to notice if there is a problem. Have your child’s …

Polio vaccine IPV

… the vaccine. These people need 3 doses of the vaccine. The first 2 doses are given 4 to 8 weeks apart. The third dose … to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider. For more information on Reye … of the throat, tongue or lips. If this reaction occurs, your health care provider is prepared to treat it. Emergency …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… immediate access to at least one employee who: Has a valid first aid and CPR certificate Is knowledgeable about each … to communicate with emergency workers Can easily access first aid supplies, including when care is provided off the … Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) at www.iddsi.org First aid and CPR training, visit St. John Ambulance at …

Contact with blood or body fluids Protecting against infection

… always treat them as potentially infectious. If you prick yourself with a used needle, hold the affected limb down low … and soap. If you are splashed with blood or body fluids and your skin has an open wound, healing sore, or scratch, wash … and always use absorbent material, such as paper towels, first. Then clean the area of the spill more thoroughly with …

Toilet learning

… toilet, or to become independent in toileting. Start when your child shows you they are ready. Make toilet learning a positive experience. Your child will learn a new skill and feel a sense of … away from home Boys usually learn to pee sitting down first. This is okay. They can learn to go standing up later …

HIV and HIV tests

… significant amounts of the virus in their body when they first contract HIV, which increases the possibility of transmitting it to others. You can greatly reduce your risk of transmitting HIV to others by taking … or rash. The only way to know if you have HIV is to have your blood tested. What is an HIV test? If you have been …

Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

… for long periods can be dangerous. If it gets very hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible. What can … dangerous Get a digital room thermometer to help know when your home is getting too hot If you do not have an … their bedroom Sleep in the same room as your infant for the first 6 months. This is safest for them, whether for naps …

Hand foot and mouth disease

… of hand, foot and mouth disease. This can occur if you or your child does not drink enough liquids due to pain from swallowing. Make sure that you or your child drink enough liquids to stay hydrated. Other … with hand, foot and mouth disease is most contagious in the first week of their illness. They can spread the virus to …