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… how well they are doing by how their parents react to their behaviour. Offer praise to children when they show positive behaviour, and provide them with correction when mistakes … your child. Make positive comments about your child's behaviour. Notice your child's strengths, even when he or …
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… water droplets. Is using water from asbestos-cement pipes a risk to my health? According to Health Canada and the World … water from asbestos-cement pipes is not considered a risk to your health. While it is also possible that water … to these types of droplets is not considered a health risk. Why is inhaling asbestos a health concern but not …
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… performed just to see if you have been exposed. What is the risk of this disease? Each year in B.C., 10 to 25 people … , and about 16 per cent die. Some people are at a slightly higher risk of cryptococcal disease including those who: Are 50 …
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… Key points to remember Having fewer fetuses lowers all risks. This makes it more likely that you will have a … a healthy baby or babies. The risk of premature birth is higher when you are carrying multiple fetuses, which … convinced me was the knowledge that the miscarriage rate is higher for triplet pregnancy than it is for the twins after …
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… a certain inherited condition (phenylketonuria) to reduce high levels of a certain substance (phenylalanine) that builds up in the blood. Having high levels of phenylalanine in the blood may cause brain … has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do …
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… a curiosity about solid foods and your family's eating behaviour. Has started to transition from using the sucking … footnote 1 If your doctor thinks your baby might be at risk for a peanut allergy, ask him or her about introducing … et al. (2013). Dietary exposures and allergy prevention in high-risk infants. Canadian Paediatric Society . …
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… may have poor bowel control and poor hygiene. Some types of sexual contact, such as anal-oral contact. After a person is … lakes and streams before you drink it. When you travel in high-risk areas, drink bottled water and avoid raw fruits and …
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… injury, or an enlarged prostate gland can cause a blockage. Risk factors You have a greater chance of getting acute … health problem such as kidney or liver disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart failure, or obesity. You are … Decision-Maker (SDM) Chronic Kidney Disease Dehydration High Blood Pressure Kidney Stones Nephrotic Syndrome Type 1 …
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… and your specific health needs. Warning Meperidine has a risk for abuse and addiction, which can lead to overdose and … how to treat it. The risk for severe breathing problems is higher when you start this medication and after a dose … months of pregnancy. Also, using it for a long time or in high doses near the expected delivery date may harm the …
