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… happens. Take the completed form(s) with you when you visit your child's doctor. If your child is having low blood sugar problems, his or her … happens. Take the completed form(s) with you when you visit your child's doctor. If your child is having high blood …
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… this page and fill in the information if you are bringing your child in for an appointment. What questions or concerns … growth and development changes to expect? Reminders Bring your child's immunization record to the appointment. If you do not have a record, ask your doctor for one. Bring a list of all medicines your …
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… cough, or make sounds, then: Put the baby face down on your forearm so their head is lower than the their chest. Support the baby's head in your palm, against your thigh. Don't cover their mouth or twist their neck. Use …
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… Every fetus is different. The images we show you may not be your skin colour or your fetus's exact size. But they do tell you a lot about … villus sampling or nuchal translucency ultrasound in your town. The good news is that you still have excellent …
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… where the bone is close to the skin, such as right over your kneecap, the point of your elbow, or your spine. Some people also find it is more comfortable to …
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… about the safety of a natural health product, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or dietitian. Always tell your doctor if you are using a natural health product or if … thinking about combining a natural health product with your standard medical treatment. It may not be safe to stop …
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… any kind of extended emergency. If you are unable to leave your home, if the local water supply becomes contaminated, … or if access to food and water is limited or unavailable, your family may be able to live on emergency supplies until … has passed. The question of how long you should plan for your supplies to last does not have an easy answer. It's …
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… umbrella if you can’t find a shady spot. If you cannot keep your child out of the sun, make sure to protect their skin … smart” clothing and sunscreen. Sun smart clothing Encourage your child to be “sun-smart.” Make sure they cover up with … and a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30 or more if you and your child are out in the sun. Use a lip balm with SPF 30 as …
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… always treat them as potentially infectious. If you prick yourself with a used needle, hold the affected limb down low … and soap. If you are splashed with blood or body fluids and your skin has an open wound, healing sore, or scratch, wash … You will be asked to give informed consent in order for your blood to be tested for HIV, hepatitis B and C. Your …
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… Overview You can lower your chance of being bitten by an insect or spider-like … with 10% to 24% DEET should keep most mosquitoes away from your skin. Concerns have been raised about safety, because … mosquitoes. Permethrin keeps working even after you wash your clothes. P-menthane-3,8-diol. This product is commonly …
