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Lunches to go

… foods, offer them less often and in smaller quantities. Use the nutrition facts table to compare products: Look at … Applesauce How to pack a safe lunch Keep cold foods cold. Use an insulated bag with a freezer pack or a chilled … thermos to keep food and drinks cool. Keep hot food hot. Use a thermos to pack hot foods. Pre-heat the thermos with …

Warning Signs of Suicide in Older Adults

… disorder (manic-depressive illness), or schizophrenia Substance use disorder Being alone for long periods of time (social … disorder (manic-depressive illness), or schizophrenia Substance use disorder Being alone for long periods of time …

Basic Metabolic Panel

… tests) may be needed. Glucose is a type of sugar your body uses for energy. Electrolytes keep your body's fluids in … the blood. Kidneys also filter out waste and other unneeded substances from the blood. If you take any medicines, such … the blood. Kidneys also filter out waste and other unneeded substances from the blood. If you take any medicines, such …

Serotonin Syndrome

… Taking certain medicines together can cause a serious but uncommon condition called serotonin … taking. Serotonin syndrome can happen when the level of a substance in your brain (called serotonin) gets too high. … taking. Serotonin syndrome can happen when the level of a substance in your brain (called serotonin) gets too high. …

Heart Failure Compensation by the Heart and Body

… muscle doesn't pump as much blood as your body needs. Because your heart can't pump well, your heart and your body try … more blood to your brain and organs. This system releases substances called catecholamines into the bloodstream. These substances cause the blood vessels to constrict and speed up …

Sleep Problems Age 12 and Older

… a long-term sleep problem without looking for the cause may hide the real reason for your poor sleep. Sleep … drugs Does your sleep improve when you stop using the substance? Yes Sleep improves after stopping alcohol, … a week If you or someone you know talks about suicide, self-harm, a mental health crisis, a substance use crisis, or any …

Healthy start Public health services

… and decreasing or quitting smoking, alcohol and other substances) Resources and help for people at risk of … prenatal classes and pregnancy programs in your community. Useful resources Baby's Best Chance A handbook with …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… common in older people. These difficulties can start because of normal aging, medications, dental problems or medical treatments like surgery. They can also start because of health conditions like dementia, Multiple Sclerosis … may include a nurse, occupational therapist, dietitian, pharmacist, physician, speech-language pathologist, dentist, …

Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… Babies and young children are at high risk of choking because they: Have less practice controlling food in their … causing a more complete airway blockage. What are common causes of choking in children? Foods: Round foods such as … Choke https://dontchoke.ubc.ca Toddler's First Steps www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/toddlers-first-steps …

Domestic Abuse

… Domestic Abuse On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … such as depression , post-traumatic stress disorder , and substance use disorder. People who are sexually abused by … a threatening situation. If your partner has threatened to harm you or your child, seek help. Anytime you are in …