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… for Canadian Drinking Water Quality for lead. However, under certain conditions, lead can leach into drinking water … including the amount consumed over time, age, nutrition and underlying health issues. People may ingest lead from many … about lead paint, see HealthLinkBC File #31 Lead Paint and Hazards . How can lead get into my drinking water? Lead was …
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… or thinking about becoming pregnant? Experts believe that babies born to women who have the virus are at risk for … of Zika: A woman with no symptoms should wait at least 2 months before getting pregnant. If she does have symptoms, … parts of watches, eyeglass frames, and some fabrics.) Sleep under mosquito netting. Use flying-insect spray indoors …
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… to think about at different stages of a child's life. Babies Supplements may be important. Starting around age 6 months, offer your baby iron-rich foods first, such as … or not your child needs an iron supplement. Breastfed babies of vegan mothers need vitamin B12 supplements if the …
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… to 25 °C (85 °F) ] up to 4 hours. If the milk was collected under clean conditions, such as by using properly washed … to 5 days. Kept in a freezer [ -18 °C (0 °F) ] for up to 6 months. How can you store breast milk safely? Here are tips … to 25 °C (85 °F) ] up to 4 hours. If the milk was collected under clean conditions, such as by using properly washed …
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… during your pregnancy. It can last a few weeks or even months. It may be at home or in the hospital. Your doctor … if you have pre-eclampsia or are pregnant with multiple babies. Or it may be recommended if you have a problem with … doctor about the reasons for your bedrest. The more you understand about the pros and cons, the easier it may be to …
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… belly pain each month. The pain may be more severe in some months than others. Generalized pain occurs in half of the … Localized pain is located in one area of the abdomen . Babies and toddlers often react differently to pain than … plan Is the plan helping get your child's blood sugar under control? Yes Diabetes illness plan working No Diabetes …
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… for different reasons, depending on their age. From 5 to 7 months of age , children may bite when they feel discomfort … child is and why he or she bites. For example: For teething babies, give them a clean, damp, cold face cloth or clean, … child is and why he or she bites. For example: For teething babies, give them a clean, damp, cold face cloth or clean, …
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… Yes Sunburn No Sunburn How old are you? Less than 6 months Less than 6 months 6 months to 11 years 6 months to … has sunburn with blisters Are there any blisters, bleeding under the skin, or bruising in the sunburned area? Yes … what kind of care you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your …
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… Silver sulfadiazine must not be used on premature babies or on newborns during the first 2 months of life because of the risk of serious side effects. … Silver sulfadiazine must not be used on premature babies or on newborns during the first 2 months of life …
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… Hyperventilation Chest Problems Child Safety: Air Pollution Choking Rescue for Babies Choking Rescue Procedure: Heimlich Manoeuvre Chronic … (TB) Tuberculosis (TB) Screening Types of Chest Injuries Understanding Virtual Care (Telemedicine) Using a Pulse …
