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… the allergic reaction and can save your child’s life. Steps for treating a severe allergic reaction Use the epinephrine … to recognize your child’s food allergens on food labels. For information, visit Canadian Food Inspection Agency … https://foodallergycanada.ca Why Risk It? www.whyriskit.ca/ HealthLinkBC File #100c Allergy safe child care facilities …
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… making your skin produce more melanin. UVB is responsible for sunburns and most skin cancers, along with cataracts and … sunburn damages your skin cells and DNA. It can take years for the effects of repeated sun exposure to show. UV … more information For more information on sun safety, see HealthLinkBC File #26 Sun safety for children . Image … …
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… infestation in and around the home remains the main risk for contact with hantavirus. Which activities put me at … For more information on how to control rats and mice, see HealthLinkBC File #37 Getting rid of rodents (rats and mice) . For proper hand washing tips, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of …
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… Safety tips for swimmers Last updated February 17, 2023 HealthLink BC … body. Limit the time a child spends in a hot tub. Visit HealthLinkBC File #27a Residential hot tubs and pools: … water-resistant sunscreen. Re-apply sunscreen often. Visit HealthLinkBC File #26 Sun safety for children . How can I …
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… lab tests can only find trichomoniasis in women; testing for men is not routinely available or recommended. How is it … increased risk for pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). See HealthLinkBC File #08c Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) for … on how you can reduce your chance of getting an STI, see HealthLinkBC File #08o Preventing sexually transmitted …
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… Safe sleeping for babies Last updated October 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File … For more information on sleep related infant death, see HealthLinkBC File #46 Sleep related infant death . Share … to your baby. For more information about breastfeeding, see HealthLinkBC File #70 Breastfeeding or chestfeeding . Keep …
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… and pool use? Hot tubs and pools can provide an environment for bacteria to grow. These bacteria can make you sick with … more information on disinfectants and water quality, see HealthLinkBC File #27b Residential hot tubs and pools: Safe … For more simple safety rules around pools and hot tubs, see HealthLinkBC File #39 Safety tips for swimmers. For more …
Healthy eating
… Guidelines for food & beverage sales: Making bake sales delicious and … Guidelines (score as Sell based on the Checklist ). Look for recipes that can include fruits and vegetables when they … Out More? Speak to a Dietitian by dialing 8-1-1 or Email a HealthLinkBC Dietitian Bake Better Bites: Recipes and Tips …
Health topics
… Cancer: Home Treatment for Mouth Sores On this page: Overview Related Information … such as Anbesol. Ask your doctor before using mouth-numbing medicine for children of any age. Health Canada … such as Anbesol. Ask your doctor before using mouth-numbing medicine for children of any age. Health Canada …
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… is affected by our life experiences and daily activities. For wellbeing, mental health, and substance use supports … on sleeping better, see: Safe sleeping for babies HealthLinkBC File #107 Sleep: Helping your children—and … yourself—sleep well Sleeping better Time for bed HealthLinkBC File #92e Stress Stress is a normal response to …
