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… Psoriasis: Skin, Scalp, and Nail Care Actionset Overview Psoriasis is a long-term (chronic) … But children and teens can get it too. How can you protect your skin, scalp, and nails? Caring for your skin If you have psoriasis, your skin is very …
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… Preparing your toddler for healthcare visits Last updated August 11, 2013 Your toddler needs regular healthcare, including visits to …
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… Immunization in your baby's first year Last updated August 13, 2013 Immunization is the best way to protect your baby from a long list of serious diseases. Without it, … given to children 6 months of age and older. Ask your healthcare provider or public health nurse if your baby should be …
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… Allergy safe adult care facilities Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC … food Tell food suppliers about the food allergies at your facility Make sure staff who buy, store, prepare and … questions about food allergies, call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered dietitian. For more information about …
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… Allergy safe child care facilities Last updated March 1, 2019 HealthLink BC … allergy safe for my child? Give the facility a copy of your child’s Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan completed by your … questions about food allergies, call 8-1-1 to speak with a registered dietitian. For more information about …
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… Feeding your baby formula: Before you start Last updated October 30, … You can also call HealthLinkBC at 8-1-1 to speak with a registered nurse or registered dietitian. What are the … babies born at full term, which is 37 weeks or more of pregnancy, can be fed any type of store-bought formula: …
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… Advance Care Plan: What to Include On this page: Overview Related … badly hurt or have a serious illness and can't speak for yourself. Advance care plans also let you appoint somebody … health care decisions for you if you can't make them for yourself. The designated person is called a substitute …
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… Gestational Diabetes: Checking Your Blood Sugar Actionset Overview Checking your blood sugar helps you manage your diabetes during pregnancy. It helps you treat low or high blood sugar before … sick. Some people reuse lancets anyway. If you do, be extra careful with handwashing each time. And use a new lancet …
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… Dental Care From Birth to 6 Months On this page: Overview Related … dental care really starts with his or her mother's healthy pregnancy, because baby teeth begin to form before birth. If … Pregnancy. After birth, good nutrition plays a role in your baby's dental health, especially if you are …
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… Dental Care: 6 Years to 16 Years On this page: Overview Overview By now your child has been seeing a dentist regularly for years. Continue with your usual schedule. If for some reason your child has not …