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… you feel depressed or have troubling thoughts. How can you care for yourself when raising multiples? Try to plan ahead. … lives can take over your life and keep you from taking care of yourself, if you let it. Charts and systems to stay … each of your children time alone with you. If you have an older child or children, schedule regular time with each …
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… are at home or in the hospital. And while you're taking care of your child, remember that it's important to take … gums. And your child may need antibiotics before certain dental procedures to help prevent a heart infection. Most … ask your child's care team for help. As children get older, you can gradually teach them about their heart …
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… Coverage for Hospice Palliative Care in Canada Hospice palliative care is paid for in different ways across Canada. If you are considering hospice palliative care, it is important for you and your family to find out …
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… Learning About Hospice Palliative Care On this page: Overview Overview … being sick makes you feel sad, lonely, uncomfortable, or scared. Your quality of life can suffer, not just in your … mind and spirit. Hospice palliative (say "PAL-lee-uh-tiv") care is the field of medicine that helps give you more good …
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… Health care providers during pregnancy Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview When you become pregnant, finding a health care professional to provide maternity care that works closely with you and shares in …
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… Advance Care Plan: What to Include On this page: Overview Overview An advance care plan is a form. It describes the kinds of medical care you want to have if you're badly hurt or have a serious …
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… Register your pregnancy for prenatal care Last updated April 15, 2015 Overview Pregnancy is an … your local health authority. Community support and prenatal care is available to all pregnant people who are residents … your baby and family get the best possible information, care and support. Public health nurses can support you in …
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… Diabetes: Taking Care of Your Feet Actionset Overview When you have diabetes, your feet need extra care and attention. Diabetes can damage the nerve endings … become an ulcer or a serious infection. With good foot care, you can prevent most of these problems. Caring for …
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… Food safety in child care facilities Last updated March 28, 2023 HealthLink BC … are not fully developed. Proper food handling in child-care facilities can help prevent foodborne illness. How can … Use ice packs in a lunch box, or store lunches in the daycare fridge to keep foods cold Where can I find safe foods …
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… Taking Care of Your Stitches or Staples On this page: Overview Overview Your wound will need care and observation. After the stitches or staples are put … bandage. Your doctor will give you instructions on how to care for your stitches or staples. Be sure to follow those …