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Cyanobacteria blooms blue-green algae

… contaminated with cyanobacteria. The risk is particularly high for those who drink formula made with contaminated …

Haemophilus influenzae type b Hib vaccine

… of age and older with certain medical conditions are at high risk of Hib infection. The vaccine is free to people …

Vancomycin-resistant enterococci VRE

… the anal area. Human stools (bowel movements) have the highest levels of these bacteria. The bacteria can be … have been in contact with someone with VRE. You may be at higher risk if you have been treated with frequent doses of … to manage, serious VRE infections may still be treated with high doses of vancomycin-like antibiotics. Some new …

Starting Antidepressants How to Care for Your Child

… or itching. Manic behaviour. This may include having very high energy, sleeping less than normal, being more impulsive … or itching. Manic behaviour. This may include having very high energy, sleeping less than normal, being more impulsive …

Diabetes Counting Carbs

… foods and drinks. The more carbs you eat at one time, the higher your blood sugar will rise. Counting carbs can help … together to select food for your child's meals and snacks. High-sugar foods or sweets should be eaten only sometimes … foods and drinks. The more carbs you eat at one time, the higher your blood sugar will rise. Counting carbs can help …

Quit or reduce vaping

… metals) linked to cancer Nicotine dependence: nicotine is highly addictive, and results in withdrawal symptoms and …

Burns and scalds in young children

… who are naturally curious and like to explore, are at high risk of burns and scalds. The most common cause of … risk factors: Age: Younger children (0-4 years) are at higher risk than older children (5+ years) Gender: Burns and … back elements whenever possible Place young children in a highchair or play pen while you are cooking Teach older …

Obesity and Pregnancy

… of problems. Babies born to mothers who are obese have a higher risk of: Birth defects, such as a heart defect or … during labour and delivery. Mothers who are obese have a higher risk of: Problems during pregnancy, such as high blood pressure , gestational diabetes , or …

Hair Loss From Cancer Treatment

… 3 to 6 months after falling out. But sometimes with very high dose of radiation, hair doesn't grow back. When hair … 3 to 6 months after falling out. But sometimes with very high dose of radiation, hair doesn't grow back. When hair …

Radioactive Iodine Uptake Test

… too much thyroid medicine, or another rare condition. A high uptake of tracer spread evenly in the thyroid gland may … too much thyroid medicine, or another rare condition. A high uptake of tracer spread evenly in the thyroid gland may …