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… geographical features such as mountains or bodies of water. For example, air pollution can get trapped in mountain … average concentrations. Air quality is also reported in the form of the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI). The AQHI … For more information on particulate matter, please visit HealthLinkBC File #65e Particulate matter and outdoor air …
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… Pityriasis Rosea On this page: Related Information What is pityriasis rosea? … red-brown on darker skin. Days to weeks later, smaller oval patches appear in batches on the abdomen, chest, back, arms, and legs. Patches sometimes spread to the neck or the face. In …
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… Feeding your baby: Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old Last updated September 18, … This resource provides sample meals, snacks, and menus for babies who are 6 to 12 months old. It includes information on food safety and amounts of food to offer your …
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… Guidelines for food & beverage sales: Planning healthy cafeteria menus … white flour with whole grain flour in recipes and look for prepackaged food listing 'whole grain' with the first … out more? Speak to a Dietitian by dialing 8-1-1 or Email a HealthLinkBC Dietitian Bake Better Bites: Recipes and Tips …
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… Emotional development ages 2 to 5 years Milestones for 4-year-olds Milestones for 5-year-olds Your child’s feelings (HealthLinkBC File #92c) Play Play is an important part of a … by example Your child and play from birth to 3 years (HealthLinkBC File #92a) Speech and language Speech and …
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… this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview Minor leg problems, … wear and tear, or overuse. Older adults have a higher risk for leg problems. That's because they lose muscle mass as …
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… that are hard to pass or happen less often than usual for you. You may feel like you need to have a bowel movement … a change in your daily routine You have been constipated for several days and diet changes have not helped You have … For more information on fibre and your diet, see HealthLinkBC File #68h Fibre and Your Health. Nutrition …
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… Getting enough folic acid (folate) Iron deficiency anemia Information on the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment … enough iron: Iron deficiency anemia Iron and your health (HealthLinkBC File #68c) Iron in foods (HealthLinkBC File #68d) Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia Learn …
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… this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Check Your Symptoms Overview Walking on … man-of-wars, squid, and octopuses. Tentacles are used for grasping, feeling, moving, and killing prey by stinging. … intense pain and burning right away. The pain can last for several hours. Raised, red welts form along the site of …
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… Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Check Your Symptoms Overview Allergies … of your body covered in hives? Hives are raised, red, itchy patches of skin. They usually have red borders and pale … and follow all instructions on the label . Try lotions or creams. Calamine lotion or hydrocortisone cream applied to …
