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… recommendations for children under 2 years old, visit HealthLinkBC File #96 Insect repellants and DEET . How can I … For more information, visit the following HeatlhLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #41e Traveller’s diarrhea HealthLinkBC File #41f Malaria prevention HealthLinkBC File #41k Traveller’s diarrhea and …
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… 6. The vaccine has been shown to protect against various cancers caused by HPV. Your child may be offered other … in B.C., see the B.C. Immunization Schedules at www.healthlinkbc.ca/bc-immunizationschedules . It is important … need 3 doses of the vaccine. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #101b Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccines …
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… getting sick more easily. Babies and children need iron for healthy growth and development, including brain development. … the formula until they are 9 to 12 months of age and are eating a variety of iron-rich foods. At about 6 months, your … talk to a registered dietitian. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #69c Baby's First Foods . How can I get …
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… the community: Quick tips: Helping your child stay safe and healthy Child safety: Air pollution Child safety: Bicycles … outdoors in the cold for toddlers Sun safety for children (HealthlinkBC File #26) Preventing injuries and illnesses … water safety. Child safety: Bathing Child safety: Drowning prevention in pools and hot tubs Child safety: Preventing …
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… Last updated March 1, 2024 Learn about keeping your heart healthy and strong. The health topics on this page cover … a Carotid Artery Procedure? Stroke Recovery: Coping With Eating Problems Stroke Rehabilitation Stroke: Behaviour … Controlling Heartburn by Changing Your Habits Healthy Diet Guidelines for a Healthy Heart Healthy Eating: Eating …
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… or decades can increase your risk of developing certain cancers, including: Skin Lung Kidney Bladder Liver The risk … for arsenic in drinking water. For more information on The Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality, see … For more information about private well water testing, see HealthLinkBC File #05b Well Water Testing . Contact your …
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… Information). If you are not getting enough calcium, try eating more foods that contain it. If you find it hard to … of supplement that is best for you. For More Information HealthLinkBC File #68n Vitamin D and Your Health … for children under 2 years of age Nutrition Series Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol (#68a) …
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… Most infected people do not show any symptoms. A healthy person’s immune system usually prevents the parasite … touching anything that has come into contact with cat feces Eating raw or undercooked meats Drinking unpasteurized milk … of becoming pregnant, be sure to follow the advice in this HealthLinkBC File on how to avoid infection. A growing fetus …
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… in the nose or on the skin of approximately 3 out of 10 healthy people. Most people do not know that they are … or uniforms. For more information on hand washing, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of … most important thing you can do is wash your hands before eating, drinking, smoking, applying personal care products, …
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… M.F.) cow milk at 9 to 12 months of age, if your baby is eating a variety of iron-rich foods Do not feed homemade … health nurse or a lactation consultant. You can also call HealthLinkBC at 8-1-1 to speak with a registered nurse or … expiration date What type of formula can I offer my baby? Healthy babies born at full term, which is 37 weeks or more …
