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… or using a chair in place of a stable step stool with a safety rail For those with frailty or mobility limitations, … Other things you can do: Make a note of the location of any safety and walkability hazards and report them to your local … regarding physical activity, visit the websites below: Preventing falls as you age …
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Preventing Falls in Older Adults On this page: Overview … doctor before you increase the amount of fluids you drink. Preventing falls at home Remove raised doorway thresholds, … Or ask a family member or friend to do this for you. Preventing falls in the bath Install grab bars and non-skid …
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… covers the back of the neck, and clothing to protect your child's skin. Use broad-spectrum sunscreen and lip balm with … covers the back of the neck, and clothing to protect your child's skin. Use broad-spectrum sunscreen and lip balm with …
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… The benefits of immunizing your child Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 50b Child Immunization Series Download PDF Document English … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are …
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Preventing injuries from physical activity Last updated November 30, 2014 Whenever children play actively, there’s always a chance of injury. … monkey bars or skipping – are great wearing appropriate safety gear – for example, a helmet, shin guards or mouth …
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… Preparing Your Child for the Hospital On this page: Overview Overview If your child is facing a hospital stay, you want to do all you can … can be worse than fear of the known, so letting your child know what to expect will go a long way toward lowering …
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… Crying Child and Possible Abuse On this page: Overview Overview Crying is a normal part of your child's life. Stay as calm as possible during crying … episodes. There are many different ways to approach your child's crying, and over time you will understand your …
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… Bullying: Signs a Child Is Bullied On this page: Overview Overview Children who are being bullied may be embarrassed and not want to talk about it. Be aware of the signs that your child is being bullied so you can help resolve the problem. …
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… Crying Child That Is Not Acting Normally On this page: Overview Overview Crying is a child's first way of communicating. Parents and caregivers become better over time at identifying their child's cry. Along with crying, a child may not act normally …