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… with you that will not affect your contraception. Pregnancy prevention How does hormonal contraception prevent … information about sexually transmitted infections, visit HealthLinkBC File #08o Preventing Sexually Transmitted …
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… Vietnamese Lunch is an important part of your child’s day. Eating a variety of nutritious foods while at school helps … sticks has been linked to a higher risk of colorectal cancer. Lunch ideas Finger foods Hummus with cut-up veggies … and nuts. Speak with school staff to learn about allergy guidelines in your school. For more information, see Peanut …
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… to your baby. Visit the Canadian Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking guidelines to find out what a standard drink means. The … For more information on pregnancy and alcohol use, visit HealthLinkBC File #38d Pregnancy and alcohol use . An … full potential. Early diagnosis and support in a safe and healthy family situation may help prevent future issues such …
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… Reye Syndrome. For more information on Reye Syndrome, see HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye Syndrome . It is important to … For more information on mature minor consent see HealthLinkBC File #119 The Infants Act, Mature Minor Consent … rubella and varicella, see the following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #14a Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) …
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… important for your child’s health. Dental care keep teeth healthy for a lifetime. Healthy baby teeth help children eat … may contribute to early childhood tooth decay: Frequent Eating(especially sticky or sugary foods) Constant use of a … unit. For more information on water fluoridation, see HealthLinkBC File #28 Water Fluoridation Facts . When should …
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… need protection against mumps. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #14a Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Vaccine and HealthLinkBC File #14e Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella … if you have a fever Get plenty of rest Use an ice pack or heating pad for a swollen or painful jaw. Be sure to place a …
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… water. For more information on safe drinking water, see HealthLinkBC File #49b Disinfecting Drinking Water . Who … about cyanobacteria in drinking water, see Health Canada’s Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality at … and recreational water quality, see Health Canada’s Guidelines for Canadian Recreational Water Quality …
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… chronic conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes and cancer. Moving more and sitting a little less everyday can … health Help control weight Help you live longer Canadian guidelines recommend that adults accumulate at least 150 … Activity for Health Collaborative and BC Alliance for Healthy Living Society, Canada) This database provides links …
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… a more serious illness. For more information on PID, see HealthLinkBC File #08c Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) . … STIs will tell you if you have an infection. Finding and treating an STI, (including HIV) reduces the chances of … be exposed to a sexually transmitted infection. Talk about prevention Talk to your partner about STIs and how you would …
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… nervosa? Bulimia (say "boo-LEE-mee-uh") is a type of eating disorder . People with bulimia will eat a larger … long time to overcome. And it is common to fall back into unhealthy ways of eating. If you are having problems, don't … Psychiatric Association. Steering Committee on Practice Guidelines, American Psychiatric Association (2006). …