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… sure my child has enough iron? Introduce iron-rich foods to your baby at around 6 months. This is when your baby’s iron … increase the risk of iron deficiency if it’s introduced too early. You can start offering small amounts of pasteurized …
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… Planning your delivery Last updated November 28, 2024 Overview If you … may want to develop a plan about where and how to deliver your baby. You can consider who you want to have at the birth and …
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… Overview Babies and small children need early treatment for asthma symptoms to prevent severe … may be treated with oral or inhaled medicines. Even if your child's asthma does not appear severe, work with your … our content . … Overview Babies and small children need early treatment for asthma symptoms to prevent severe …
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… Check Your Symptoms The medical assessment of symptoms is based on … you now have in the area where you are having symptoms. If your symptoms aren’t related to those organs, you can choose … Pregnancy-Related Problems Problems After Delivery of Your Baby Sexual Abuse or Assault (Rape) Sexually Transmitted …
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… Sleep and Your Health On this page: Overview … Without it, you don't have the energy to get through your day. But sleep problems that go on for a long time can affect your health. How does sleep affect your health? Most adults …
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… Your health this fall Last updated August 16, 2024 Download … PDF: Document English Fall means cooler weather, shorter days, the start of cold and flu season, and a return to … dietitian . Stay active Don’t let the shorter and cooler days keep you from staying active. Physical activity is a …
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… Fibre and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … Why is fibre important? Eating high-fibre foods can lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and colon cancer. Insoluble fibre can help keep your gut healthy and prevent constipation. Soluble fibre can …
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… Your health this spring Last updated February 23, 2024 … topics Introduction Spring brings the start of longer days and warmer temperatures. Many of us will spend more … Over-the-Counter Medicines for Allergies Sun safety The days are getting longer and the sun is getting stronger, …
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… Wildfires and your health Last updated July 12, 2024 Download PDF: … wildfires (also called forest fires). Wildfires can affect your health and safety in many ways. The smoke from … Health services navigators are available 24 hours a day, 7 days of the week, every day of the year. Air quality Make …
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… Baby's Daily Needs: What to Expect On this page: Overview … fed on demand. This means that you breast- or bottle-feed your infant whenever they show signs of hunger, rather than … should have about 3 wet diapers a day for the first few days. After that, your baby should have at least 6 wet …
