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… a sesame seed, which feed on blood. Different ticks prefer feeding from different types of animals including people. … jelly. This does not work and may increase the chance of getting an infection. What to do with the tick once it is … of in your household garbage once dead. How do I avoid getting bitten by a tick? You can help protect yourself and …
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… body to produce antibodies that will help protect you from getting sick if exposed to the virus. The vaccine is … more than one dose depending on your immunization history. Getting all the recommended doses of vaccine is your best … (myocarditis and pericarditis) have been reported after getting the protein subunit vaccine. Cases have occurred …
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… body to produce antibodies that will help protect you from getting sick if exposed to the virus. The vaccines are … more than one dose depending on their immunization history. Getting all the recommended doses of vaccine is your best … people, these reactions may show up 8 or more days after getting the vaccine. Other reactions may include tiredness, …
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… crying is constant or louder than usual, or your baby is feeding poorly, has difficulty breathing, a fever or is … baby, skin-to-skin contact is favourable Follow your baby's cues for hunger such as bringing their hands to their mouth, … more frequently during growth spurts. Burp your baby after feeding Check your baby's diaper. Keep your baby clean and …
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… into your lungs through a tube inserted into your throat. A feeding tube or an intravenous (IV) line to provide food and … illness that gets worse over time, with no chance of getting better or being cured. You might think about what … with acute leukemia. I went into remission shortly after I started chemotherapy. Unfortunately, this remission was only …
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… in B.C. 1-800-663-1441. Does drinking during breast/chest feeding cause FASD? No, drinking alcohol while breast/chest feeding or expressing human milk to feed by bottle does not … your milk letdown, the amount of milk your baby takes at feeding time and your baby’s behaviour. It is best to avoid …
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… in Preterm Newborns Treatments a Preterm Infant May Need Getting to Know the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) … much as possible. Your baby probably will come home with a feeding schedule. To avoid dehydration, never go longer than … What to Expect When You Have an Extremely Premature Infant Getting to Know the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) The …
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… to write down any questions you have and make a plan for getting the answers you need. Deciding how to feed your baby (PDF, 178KB, Perinatal Services BC) Breastfeeding or chestfeeding Human milk (breast milk) is the … how to store it safely: Formula feeding your baby: Getting started (HealthLinkBC File #69a) Formula feeding your baby: …
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… babies By being attentive to your baby, you will learn the cues they give to tell you what they need and how they are feeling. These cues will also help you know when your baby is ready for … Gently touching or massaging your baby’s arms and legs Getting down on the floor so your baby can see your face …
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… topic covers three light exercise programs to help get you started. It also has tips that may help you to make exercise … problems, such as high blood pressure or heart disease. Getting started When you are ready to start, try these light … about becoming more active, see the topic Fitness: Getting and Staying Active . Being cautious Some minor …
