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… low levels of lead can affect the growth of the developing baby. Does my home contain lead-based paint? Lead-based paint was commonly … 250 565-2649 Vancouver Coastal Health 604 736-2033 For First Nations communities, contact your local environmental …
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… pregnancy. They're most common shortly after the birth of a baby ( postpartum depression ), or shortly before or during … changing jobs, the loss of a job, or your children leaving home. Lack of family or social support. Symptoms of … plus four or more of the following symptoms for 2 weeks or longer, you may be depressed. Changes in appetite …
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… clear up in a few days. You usually can treat the fever at home if you are in good health and don't have any medical … pregnant. Pregnancy Have you had surgery in the past 2 weeks? Yes Surgery within past 2 weeks No Surgery within … child are different than the symptoms in a young child or baby . Severe Severe difficulty breathing Moderate Moderate …
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… Do you have a heat or chemical burn to the eye? Immediate first aid for a heat or chemical burn is to flush the eye … in an adult or child are different than signs of pain in a baby or toddler . 8 to 10: Severe pain Severe eye pain 5 to … alcohol or drug use, sexual history, and travel. Try Home Treatment You have answered all the questions. Based on …
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… ear infections go away on their own. You can treat them at home with an over-the-counter pain reliever like … a child care centre with many other children. Getting the first ear infection before 6 months of age. Having … goes back to normal after the fluid is gone. It may take weeks for the fluid to drain away. What Happens Middle ear …
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… swimmer's ear. Symptoms often get better or go away with home treatment. Check Your Symptoms Do you have a problem … or older child may be different than in a young child or baby . Yes Disease or medicine that causes immune system … Make an appointment to see your doctor in the next 1 to 2 weeks. If appropriate, try home treatment while you are …
Medical tests
… test can get into your breast milk and is not good for the baby. The doctor may tell you not to eat or drink anything … liver and into your gallbladder and small intestine. The first pictures will be taken right after the tracer starts … around you after the test. You will probably be able to go home right away. You can go back to your usual activities …
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… likely to occur if your baby starts a PKU diet by age 3 weeks. Your baby's doctor can help you choose a formula that … your baby some breast milk, but talk to your baby's doctor first. As your child gets older, a registered dietitian can … and Newborn Committee (2019). Your newborn: Bringing baby home. Caring for Kids . …
Medications
… doctor on a treatment schedule, usually once a week for the first 4 weeks, then once every 2 weeks. Follow your doctor's … medication is given in a clinic and will not be stored at home. Medical Alert Your condition can cause complications …
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… a week. Ideas for fitting activity into your day at home: Take a few walks or bike rides during the day. Use a free smartphone app or online exercise video. Take a dance break. Push the lawn mower, rake leaves, … a week. Ideas for fitting activity into your day at home: Take a few walks or bike rides during the day. Use a …
