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… Baby's first foods Last updated October 3, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 69c Child Nutrition Series … offer solid foods to my baby? Start offering solid foods to your baby at around 6 months. All babies need more nutrients at this time, especially iron. Your baby may be ready for solid foods if they can: Hold …
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… Here are some things you can do to build and strengthen your bones: Get enough calcium and vitamin D. Eat foods rich … and lifting weights can make your bones stronger. Limit alcohol. Osteoporosis Canada recommends drinking no more than an average of two alcoholic drinks …
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… in infants and young children Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 35c Heat-related Series Download … for long periods can be dangerous. If it gets very hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible. Why are … than an older child or adult. What signs should I look for? Your infant or young child may not be able to tell you what …
Healthy eating
… is one of the most powerful things you can do to reach your healthy eating goals. Tracking what you eat and drink each … you more aware of what and when you eat. Help you discover your personal eating patterns and habits. Reinforce your new …
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… a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so that you can talk to your doctor about … goals and wishes. If you decide to stop dialysis, health professionals who provide end-of-life care can help …
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… to person. Water becomes contaminated if human waste enters drinking water because of flooding or from a sewage system … or objects contaminated with norovirus, and then placing your hand in your mouth. Having direct contact with someone … following: Use soap and water to wash your hands often. (Alcohol-based hand sanitizers do not kill noroviruses.) It …
Medications
… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … milk, other dairy products, red/dark-colored liquids, or alcohol. To prevent becoming dehydrated, drink as much clear liquid as you can before, during, and after drinking this medication. Try to drink not only water, but …
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… intensive care unit (NICU) staff are vital not only to your infant's health but also to your understanding of your infant's condition. When you are …
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… —fats and fatty substances used as a source of energy by your body. Lipids include cholesterol , triglycerides , … . Your doctor may order a lipid panel as part of a regular health examination. Your doctor may use the results of this … eat high-fat foods the night before the test. Do not drink alcohol or exercise strenuously before the test. If your …
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… emergency can be caused by many things. These include other health problems, certain medicines, and not taking blood … emergency? A hypertensive emergency can cause: Bleeding in your brain or body. Heart attack. Stroke. Heart failure. … emergency, doctors and nurses will carefully monitor your blood pressure and give you medicine intravenously …
