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… Heat-related illness in infants and young children Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC File … periods can be dangerous. If it gets very hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible. Why are infants and … is showing signs of heat-related illness? Contact a health care provider if your infant or young child shows signs of a …
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… Diabetes: Counting Carbs if You Don't Use Insulin Actionset … registered dietitian can help you learn to count carbs and plan your meals and snacks. How to count carbohydrates Here … carbs. Work with a registered dietitian or a certified diabetes educator. They can help you plan the amount of …
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… Basic Dental Care On this page: Overview Common Concerns Routine Checkups … identify cavities, bone disease, and infections and help in planning orthodontic treatment. In children, they can also identify when new teeth are coming …
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… Barriers to Psychological Care On this page: Overview Overview … or weekend hours. They may also offer virtual appointments. Plan your appointments for times that work for you. You may … an appointment, explain your situation. Most mental health care professionals will try to find a time that works for …
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… HIV Home Care On this page: Overview Overview If … infection progresses, you may be called on to provide home care for that person. A home care course may give you the … other care providers so you can: Work with them to create a plan for home care. Ask for clear written instructions …
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… Caregiving: Fingernail Care On this page: Overview Related … or warmth. This is especially important if the person has diabetes. Call the person's doctor if the cut doesn't heal … or warmth. This is especially important if the person has diabetes. Call the person's doctor if the cut doesn't heal …
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… your home for a toddler Preparing your toddler for health care visits Care for toddlers' colds and coughs Acetaminophen use in young children Ibuprofen use in young children Healthy eating and physical activity for kids …
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… Eye Care Specialists On this page: Overview … are medical doctors (MDs) who specialize in eye care. Ophthalmology is a surgical subspecialty. … fees are covered by your provincial health plan, although there may be costs you have to pay yourself. …
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… Diabetes: Lower Your Risk for Heart Attack and Stroke On … Overview Overview For some people, diabetes can cause problems that increase the risk of a … lower your risk of heart attack and stroke. Eat wisely. Plan your meals with diabetes in mind. Then think …
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… Staying With Your Eating Plan When Your Schedule Shifts On this page: Getting Started … that can lead to stress. It can be hard to find the time to plan or eat healthy meals or be active. How do you cope when … these will help you too. Keeping a healthy lifestyle Try planning ahead for your meals and lunches each week. Keep …
