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Immune Globulin

… individuals or those planning to become pregnant •Infants less than 12 months of age •Those with a weakened … on mature minor consent go to HealthLinkBC File #119 The Infants Act, Mature Minor Consent and Immunization . For …

Iron in Foods

… and meat substitutes. Other foods such as breakfast cereal, infant cereal and pasta may also have added iron. Check the … g (2 ½ oz) 0.5 Foods with non-heme iron Serving Iron (mg) Infant cereal with added iron 28 g (5 tbsp) 7.0 Soybeans, …

Malaria prevention

… malaria. A mother may also transmit malaria to her unborn infant. Symptoms of malaria can include: Headache Abdominal … a risk of miscarriage, stillbirth and death for mother and infant. Pregnant women cannot take certain anti-malaria …

Tetanus diphtheria pertussis polio Tdap-IPV vaccine

… damage or death. These complications are seen most often in infants. Pertussis can cause severe coughing that often ends … months and occurs more often at night. About 1 in 170 infants who get pertussis may die. For more information …

Insect repellents and DEET

… with DEET? Guidelines for using repellents with DEET Infants less than 6 months of age . Do not use any repellents that contain DEET. Infants should be protected with mosquito netting tucked …

Safety At Home in Babys First Year

… in breastfeeding Potential risk factors for SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). Soother safety Many babies love the … it with formula. For more information on safely preparing infant formula, visit the Health Canada website. For more …

Midwives

… sexual and reproductive health, and care for newborns and infants Ensure you and your baby receive the best care …

Storing and using breastmilk

… by running the container under warm tap water (if using an infant bottle, keep the nipple out of the water) or putting …

Healthy start Public health services

… 8 weeks): Education and assistance with breastfeeding and infant feeding Resources and help for people experiencing …

Quitting Smoking Coping With Cravings and Withdrawal

… as slowly as possible. Try to relax all your muscles. Try massage, yoga, or the traditional Chinese relaxation … as slowly as possible. Try to relax all your muscles. Try massage, yoga, or the traditional Chinese relaxation …