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… Seniors 65 years and older, infants and very young children, people who have lung or heart diseases, … from about 1 day before to 5 days after symptoms start. Young children may be able to spread the virus for a longer …
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… Washing toys to prevent germs Preventing poisoning in young children Head injuries in children: Problems to watch for Head injury: Age 3 and younger Hip injuries: Age 11 and younger Child safety: … This includes neglect and exposure to violence between adults in the home. Children have a legal right to grow up …
Healthy eating
… years 1.8 14 - 70+ years 2.4 Pregnant 2.6 Breastfeeding 2.8 Adults older than 50 years: Older adults do not absorb naturally occurring vitamin B12 very well. Adults over 50 should get the recommended amount of vitamin …
HealthLinkBC files
… and even if you do not feel thirsty Avoid drinking large amounts of caffeinated, sugary or … illness HealthLinkBC File #35b Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat For more information on … during extreme heat (#35a) Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat (#35b) Heat-related …
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… Cramps Preventing Insect Stings Preventing Poisoning in Young Children Preventing Spider Bites Preventing Tetanus … Sun Pseudomonas Infection Puncture Wounds Purifying Your Drinking Water Quick Tips: Babyproofing Your Home Quick … I Buy Commercial Tests? Healthy Aging: Is It Time to Stop Driving? Hepatitis B: Should I Be Tested? HPV: Should I Get …
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… and emotional problems and may have Munchausen syndrome as adults. This is a disorder in which a person causes or … syndrome by proxy treated? Child protective services, law enforcement, and doctors are all involved in treatment … syndrome by proxy treated? Child protective services, law enforcement, and doctors are all involved in treatment …
Medical tests
… of blood alcohol is not intended to represent your actual driving abilities. Your driving may be impaired even with a … piece of information to help you make a safe decision about drinking and driving. The safest decision is always not to drive if you have been drinking. BAC is commonly used by police and other legal …
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… pain No Abdominal pain How old are you? 11 years or younger 11 years or younger 12 to 55 years 12 to 55 years 56 … dehydration Mild Mild dehydration Are you having trouble drinking enough to replace the fluids you've lost? Little … an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else drive you. You …
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… Your toddler: Nutritious meals for picky eaters Food safety Younger children are at a higher risk of foodborne illness … Government of Canada ) Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (HealthLink BC File … a healthy body image: A guide for parents and caregivers of young children (Embody) Should You Talk to Your Kids about …
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… These may change the balance of organisms in the vagina. A young child with unusual vaginal symptoms should be checked … you may need. These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall health . If … an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else drive you. You …
