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… are also helpful against ticks. Repellents work by discouraging insects from landing on and biting your skin. Insect … if they are bitten by a mosquito carrying the virus. For more information on West Nile Virus, see HealthLinkBC File … in your eyes. If you do get repellent in your eyes, flush well with water Do not use the repellent on open wounds, …
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… 69j Child Nutrition Series Download PDF Document English A well-planned vegan diet can be a healthy eating pattern for … introduce common food allergens, how much food to offer and more. Some of the food examples may not fit into a vegan … potato fries drizzled with thinned nut butter or tahini For more meal and snack ideas, see: Canada’s Food Guide Kitchen. …
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… a pet or a move to a new city. But if these feelings last more than two weeks, they may be a sign of depression. … to improve. What causes it? What causes depression is not well understood. There are many factors that may be … are designed to help people take an active role in managing a health condition. Sleep: Helping Your Children—and …
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… in a lab to fertilize the eggs. Then the doctor puts one or more fertilized eggs into the uterus. Treatment for … begins around the mid-30s. This is mainly because of the aging egg supply. Male fertility also decreases with age. … week. Don't use lubricants during sex. They may affect how well sperm can travel to meet an egg. Protecting sperm count …
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… the shortest possible time. See also How to Use section for more information about addiction. Ask your doctor or … this medication is used for a long time, it may not work as well. Talk with your doctor if this medication stops working … right away if you have any serious side effects, including: confusion interrupted breathing during sleep (sleep apnea) …
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… later on. Affect your child's growth and development, memory, and learning. Make car crashes more likely. Lead to risky behaviours like having sex … child to find their identity, build relationships, and do well in school. How to recognize and deal with teen …
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… younger than 12 years. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details about using your product safely. These products … If your liquid form is a suspension, shake the bottle well before each dose. If you are taking the … side effects, including: mental/mood changes (such as confusion, hallucinations) ringing in the ears shaking …
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… adults, children need their sleep. When they do not sleep well, they can feel unhappy or frustrated. They may cry a … protect against Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). For more information on SIDS, see HealthLinkBC File #46 Sleep … For Babies and Safer Sleep For My Baby (PDF 2132 KB) for more information. How can I get my baby to sleep? For the …
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… toddlers. This handout provides information about eating well while following a lacto-ovo vegetarian eating pattern … introduce common food allergens, how much food to offer and more. Some of the food examples may not fit into a lacto-ovo … in strips, with yogurt dip, hummus or other bean dip For more meal and snack ideas, see: Canada’s Food Guide Kitchen …
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… the shortest possible time. See also How to Use section for more information about addiction. The risk for severe … this medication is used for a long time, it may not work as well. Talk with your doctor if this medication stops working … sleep (sleep apnea) mental/mood changes (such as agitation, confusion, hallucinations) stomach/abdominal pain difficulty …