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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is the polio … booster dose to adults who had a series of polio vaccine in childhood and are at increased risk of exposure to polio … is given 6 to 12 months after the second dose. In young children, immunization against polio is combined with other …
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… between the primary and secondary stage. It may last for years. Often during this stage, an accurate diagnosis can … be made through blood testing, the person's history, or the birth of a child with congenital syphilis. Some people have a relapse …
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… Eggs and sperm can decrease in number or quality with age. Birth defects. Some people were born with problems in their … If you have been diagnosed with cancer and hope to have children in the future, talk to your doctor about your … When to Call a Doctor Consult with your doctor if you: Want children but have been unable to become pregnant after 1 …
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… pains are leg pains that can hurt enough to wake your child at night. Although they can be very painful, they are … problems. Growing pains can start as early as the toddler years, or they can start later in childhood. Sometimes teens have growing pains. After growing …
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… they both receive support during pregnancy and after the child is born up to two years of age. People enrolled in the program are visited by … Developing your parenting skills and preparation for childbirth Building a strong network of support for you and your …
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… first year, which often is reflected in how much they eat. Children this age may eat robustly one day and very little … and eating. There are two basic "rules" for feeding your child: You decide what, when, and where to feed your child. … Your Child Using Division of Responsibility Growth and Development, Ages 12 to 24 Months Healthy Eating for …
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… care provider if another cause is identified. Will my birth control work if I am taking antibiotics? There is very … evidence to show that antibiotics stop hormonal forms of birth control from working. Examples of hormonal birth control include the pill, the patch, the ring or the …
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… your new baby Last updated August 2, 2013 If you have other children at home, make sure they're ready to welcome their new brother or sister.   Every child is a unique individual and siblings will have … a chance to stay with family or friends before you give birth. Do this well in advance of the big event to ensure …
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… page: Overview Eating a Healthy Diet Vegetarian Diets for Children and Teens Overview … ages 1 to 2 years need extra fat for brain and nerve development. If you use milk, use whole milk. Don't use … Nutrition for healthy term infants: Recommendations from birth to six months. A joint statement of Health Canada, …
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… See which vaccines are recommended and when. Infants and Children This schedule lists all vaccines that are provided … Months 4 Months 6 Months 12 Months 18 Months Starting at 4  Years of Age  (Kindergarten Entry) Chickenpox (Varicella) … not receive a dose of the vaccine on or after their 10th birthday. The meningococcal quadrivalent conjugate vaccine …