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Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

… children during extreme heat Last updated June 27, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 35b Heat-related Series Download … normal summer day. Extreme heat can be harmful to anyone's health, but infants (0-1 year) and young children (1-5 years) may be at a higher risk of heat-related illness, especially if they do not have …

Acute Coronary Syndrome

… a physical examination and ask about your symptoms and past health. The doctor will ask about your family's health. You'll have tests to find what is causing your … hospital, you will keep taking medicines that lower your risk for a heart attack. These may include: Beta-blockers. …

Getting Enough Folic Acid Folate

… acid is one of the B vitamins your body needs for good health. The vitamin is also called folate. Folate is the … Some women need even higher doses. Women who have a higher risk for certain birth defects need higher doses of folic … and adequate intakes, vitamins. National Institutes of Health. …

Taking Care of Yourself When Your Child Is Sick

… the Hospital Current as of: March 27, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - … Pope MD - Pediatrics Current as of: March 27, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - … This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability …

First stage of labour - transition phase

… coming every two to three minutes and lasting 60 seconds. Healthcare provider monitors fetal heart rate every 15-30 …

Information on the fourth stage of labour

Cognitive Growth in Newborns

… Newborn Learn Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - … Pope MD - Pediatrics Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - … This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability …

ICD Living Well With It

… time. This is to help keep you and others safe. There is a risk that you might get an ICD shock or faint while you are … do when going through airport security. Talk to your other health professionals. Many medical tests and procedures … works. To be safe: Let your doctors, dentists, and other health professionals know that you have an ICD before you …

Bipolar Disorder Preventing Manic Episodes

… treatment as prescribed. It helps you to avoid taking risks or having to face problems caused by a manic episode. … Episode Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Patrice Burgess MD - Family … - Family Medicine Christine R. Maldonado PhD - Behavioral Health Heather Quinn MD - Family Medicine Current as of: …

E Coli Infection From Food or Water

… Handwashing Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … Infectious Disease Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability …