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Food Safety: Tips for Grocery Shopping On this page: Overview … There are things you can do while shopping to help prevent foodborne illness . Put raw meat, poultry, eggs, fish, and … Older Foodborne Illness and Safe Food Handling Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 …
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… Vaccine Safety On this page: Overview … Overview Vaccines are safe. Health Canada and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) carefully check all … for premature infants . Certain vaccines are safe during pregnancy. But some vaccines are not given during pregnancy. …
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… Baby safety Last updated December 4, 2024 Overview Babies are … hazards (especially when your baby starts eating solid foods). Young children’s mouth muscles aren’t well-developed, so you may want to avoid certain foods. Prepare foods carefully and make sure that you don’t …
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… Crib Safety On this page: Overview Overview What are crib safety standards? Strict guidelines for crib construction … help prevent many injuries. If a crib doesn't meet current safety standards, your baby may be injured. A properly …
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… Playground Safety On this page: Overview Overview … have hazards that can cause injury. Following some basic safety measures can help your child have fun and play … helmet. Choosing Child Care Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Preventing Children's Injuries …
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Pregnancy Last updated September 2, 2024 Overview Changes … your baby’s arrival. Healthy eating, emotional support and safety are just some aspects to consider when pregnant. … how to maintain your health and advice on everything from food to sex to over-the-counter medications. Learn more …
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Pregnancy On this page: Health Tools Prenatal … your pregnancy, you may get heartburn or crave certain foods, and you may have aches and pains. You also may enjoy … your plans may be changed for your own or your baby's safety. When making plans for your baby's birth, consider …
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Pregnancy and Diabetes: Planning for Pregnancy Actionset … and whether you're getting enough folic acid. The safety of any prescription and over-the-counter medicines … This will help you figure out how medicine, exercise, and food affect your blood sugar. Get regular exercise. Aim for …
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Safety tips for swimmers Last updated February 17, 2023 … drownings and deaths are preventable by following simple safety rules. These rules apply around all bodies of water, … colds, ear/nose discharge or ear infections end Never bring food or drinks in the pool. This can create bacteria and …
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… Child Safety: Pets On this page: Overview … pets roam freely. Keep them away from your kitchen or other food-preparation areas. And don't allow your child younger … pets roam freely. Keep them away from your kitchen or other food-preparation areas. And don't allow your child younger …