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… Wildfires and your health Last updated July 12, 2024 Download PDF: … be monitoring their symptoms, but those with a history of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD), other … both. Cooler, cleaner indoor air is the best way to protect yourself from heat and air pollution. Heat poses a bigger …
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… Your health this winter Last updated December 12, 2024 … hazards that increase the risk of falling and hurting yourself. To learn more about some of these common … member may need to use the ER. To learn more, see: BC Children's Hospital: When to bring your child to the BC …
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… Measuring Your Waist On this page: Overview … Overview Waist circumference is the distance around your waist. Measuring it is a way to check how much fat is on your belly. Having extra belly fat increases your risk of …
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… Your health this summer Last updated July 5, 2024 Download … summer months, read the information below on taking care of yourself and your family. Featured topics Food safety The … and open farm visits (HealthLinkBC File #61b) Preventing children’s injuries from sports and other activities Quick …
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… Flooding and your health Last updated May 8, 2024 Download PDF: Document … what you can do to recognize signs of stress or trauma in yourself and your family. First Nations Health Authority: Recognizing and Resolving Trauma in Children During Disasters Kelty Mental Health: Managing …
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… Alcohol and Your Health On this page: Topic … than 2 drinks in one sitting increases your risk of harm to yourself and others. Keep in mind that things like age, sex, … schoolwork. Parents can play a key part in teaching their children how to drink safely and responsibly. Talk about the …
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… Boosting Your Metabolism On this page: Overview … loses it? One piece of the puzzle is metabolism. How well your body burns energy to keep up basic functions like heartbeat, breathing, and thinking is called your basal metabolic rate . We often just call it …
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… Caring for your preschooler Last updated December 3, 2024 Overview … the world around them. Learning how to talk and listen to your preschooler will encourage good self-esteem and build … positive guidance is important. Being responsive to your child will help them gain trust in themselves and others. …
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… Child Abuse: Emotional Abuse by Parents On this page: … help, and memorize the phone number. Be careful online too. Your online activity may be seen by others. Do not use your personal computer or device to read about this topic. …
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… Allergy safe child care facilities Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink … allergy safe for my child? Give the facility a copy of your child’s Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan completed by your child’s health care provider Provide written consent …
