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… Helping Your Teen Become a Safe Driver On this page: Overview … drivers. Make sure your car (tires, brakes, etc.) is in safe condition. Driving while under the influence of alcohol … you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy . Learn how we develop our content . … Overview Most parents are …
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… Caregiving: How to Turn Someone in Bed On this page: Overview Related … position. If they have any drains, tubes, or other medical equipment, adjust these so they don't get in the way. If the … you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy . Learn how we develop our content . … Overview People sometimes …
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… Breastfeeding: How to Use a Breast Pump On this page: Overview Related … where you'll use the pump, such as at home and at work. Choose a good place to pump. Find a spot that's clean, … can freeze it. Be sure you know how to store breast milk safely. Take the pump apart, and wash well any part that …
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… How Reading Helps Language Development On this page: … Take your child's age into consideration as you use them. Choose books with colourful pictures. Point to the pictures … child can hold them and turn the pages. Choose books that show lots of action. Ask your child to point to familiar …
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… How to Teach Your Child by Example On this page: Overview … isn't about being a perfect parent. True, it's about showing, or modelling, healthy choices and good behaviour. … people your child can learn from. These include: People you choose to be your child's role models. Some of them may be a …
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… How to take a temperature: Children and adults Last updated … you select the best type of thermometer for the method you choose to use. Whichever type of thermometer you use, make … method). See the section on the rectal method to learn how safely take a rectal temperature. Always wash your hands …
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… Caregiving: How to Give a Bed Bath On this page: Overview Related … The amount of help a person needs when bathing depends on how well they can move. You may be caring for someone who is … and their wishes. If you can, try to let the person choose when they bathe. Younger people who have no problems …
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… Residential hot tubs and pools: Safe water quality Last updated August 1, 2024 HealthLink BC … and recirculation of the water in your hot tub or pool. How can I make sure the water is safe? Owners are … instructions for your chemicals and disinfection equipment. *Special note: chlorine pucks (with or without …
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… Mobility Problems: Getting In and Out of a Car Safely On this page: Overview Overview How to get in and out of a car If you have problems with … ask your physiotherapist or occupational therapist to show you the best way to get in and out of a car. They can …
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… Home canning - How to avoid botulism Last updated February 28, 2023 … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is botulism and how is it caused? Botulism is a serious form of food … to destroy botulism spores, and the only way to guarantee safe canning for food items such as vegetables, meats and …
