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… and Development, Ages 6 to 10 Years On this page: Overview Health Tools What to Expect Common Concerns Promoting … When to Call a Doctor Routine Checkups Related Information Overview Children usually move in natural, … your health. Actionsets are designed to help people take an active role in managing a health condition. Growth and …
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… out, travelling frequently or living in a small space. Before you buy a home gym machine, keep in mind that as your … activity more fun, which makes it easier for you to stay active. Consider who else might use the equipment If a … from your medical doctor or individual counselling with a health professional. It is intended for educational and …
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… Cervical Cap for Birth Control On this page: Overview Overview Cervical caps (FemCap) are no longer approved by Health Canada for sale in Canada. Buying the necessary spermicidal jelly …
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… Blood Transfusion On this page: Health Tools Uses of Blood Transfusion Blood Donation Blood … need transfusions. Is a blood transfusion safe? Blood used for transfusions in Canada are very safe and generally free … is the main risk in a blood transfusion, but it is rare. For every 1 million units of blood transfused, getting the …
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… this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information   Check Your Symptoms Overview Sexually … symptoms. And if they are not treated, they can lead to health problems. Testing and treatment are important to help …
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… of immunizing your child Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 50b Child Immunization Series … help prevent diseases that can cause lifelong damage. For example, meningococcal disease can cause brain damage, … can spread easily in crowded places. Check the list below for some of the places your child may visit: Daycare or …
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… Cataracts On this page: Health Tools What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms … and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Surgery Related Information What are cataracts? Cataracts are … Surgery? Actionsets are designed to help people take an active role in managing a health condition. Vision Problems: …
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… Breastfeeding or chestfeeding Last updated July 12, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 70 Child Nutrition Series Download … Human milk (breast milk) is the only food your baby needs for the first 6 months. When your baby starts solid foods, … until your baby is 2 years or older. Why is human milk good for my baby? Human milk is good for your baby because it: Is …
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… Bipolar Disorder On this page: Health Tools What Increases Your Risk Symptoms What Happens … Counselling-Based Treatment Giving Support Related Information What is bipolar … your health. Actionsets are designed to help people take an active role in managing a health condition. Bipolar …
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… Quitting Smoking On this page: Overview Health Tools Why Do You Smoke? Benefits of Quitting Smoking … Risks of Other Tobacco and Nicotine Products Related Information Overview Why quit smoking? When you quit smoking, … Medicine? Actionsets are designed to help people take an active role in managing a health condition. Quitting …