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… lice and their eggs (called nits). But you can also check your child's scalp for lice and nits. To check for lice, use … about the size of a sesame seed. It may be easiest to find them at the base of the scalp, the bottom of the neck, … in a sealed plastic bag for 14 days. Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation …
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… You can play an important role in this process by helping your kids learn to make good choices when they're being … better or worse—by their peers. Is peer pressure always negative? People tend to focus on the bad effects of … when other kids are doing it too. Before your kids find themselves in one of these situations, role-play with …
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… Age 12 and Older On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … by a blockage in the nose, mouth, or throat ( upper airways ). When airflow through the nose and mouth is blocked, … medicines with your doctor or pharmacist. They can help you find out if the medicines you take could be the cause of …
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… juices and ciders: A potential health risk Last updated August 21, 2024 HealthLink BC File number 72 Download … you ill, see a health care provider immediately and notify your local health authority. You can also call 8-1-1 to … to avoid botulism HealthLinkBC File #59a Food safety: Easy ways to make food safer … Unpasteurized fruitvegetable …
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… * To figure out 80% of personal best peak flow, multiply your personal best by 0.80. To figure out 50% of personal best peak flow, multiply your personal best by 0.50. If your peak flow is lower than … medicines are _______________________________________. Date AM/PM peak expiratory flow (if I use a peak flow meter) …
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… What causes a bunion? You may get bunions if: The way your foot is shaped puts too much pressure on your big toe … active role in managing a health condition. Foot Problems: Finding the Right Shoes Symptoms Your bunion may not cause … may prevent a bunion from getting worse. Try the following ways to relieve toe pain. Use non-prescription pain relief …
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… Sugar On this page: Overview Overview Your doctor will give you goals for your blood sugar and recommend ways to treat high blood sugar. Here are some general … High and Low Blood Sugar Levels Adaptation Date: 10/2/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation …
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… Toddlers' language development from 24-30 months Last updated August 10, 2013 When your toddler is between 24 and 30 months, be prepared to … during this phase. On this page: Language milestones Does your family speak more than one language? Play and activity …
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… approved by the NNHPD before they can be sold in Canada. Always tell your doctor if you are using a natural health product or if … Anxiety Complementary Medicine Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation …
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… Headaches On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment … Are you pregnant? Yes, you know that you're pregnant. Pregnancy No, you're not pregnant, or you're not sure if you're pregnant. Pregnancy Do you have a severe headache that started …