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… Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. What is in childhood … salts – Aluminum salts have been used in vaccines for many years. They improve the body’s immune response to the …
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… (with about a month separating each treatment week) each year for 2 years. After completing the 2-year treatment … Information last revised December 2021. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc. Selected from data included with permission and copyright by First DataBank, Inc. This copyrighted material has been …
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… When you drink alcohol, you may be putting your health and safety at risk. Your risk of harm increases with each drink … during pregnancy. Lead to problems at work, school, or home. Increase the risk of car crashes and violent … When you drink alcohol, you may be putting your health and safety at risk. Your risk of harm increases with each drink …
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… Death Syndrome (SIDS). Increased hospital admissions in the first year of life than infants of non smoking parents. Ear … your baby’s exposure to second-hand smoke by not smoking at home or in the car with your baby, and avoiding second-hand …
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… A and B. There are different strains of the flu virus every year. What are the symptoms? The flu causes a fever, body … than usual. The symptoms usually are the worst for the first 3 or 4 days. But it can take 1 to 2 weeks to get … How is it treated? Most people can treat flu symptoms at home. Home treatment includes resting, drinking plenty of …
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… hook is in or near an eye. A barb can't be removed using home treatment. Bleeding is severe or can't be stopped. The … injury No Fish hook injury How old are you? Less than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older … alcohol or drug use, sexual history, and travel. Try Home Treatment You have answered all the questions. Based on …
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… for more details. You will be provided with a Patient Safety Card with a list of symptoms you must watch for. … medication is given in a clinic and will not be stored at home. Medical Alert Your condition can cause complications … Information last revised February 2023. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc. Selected from data included with …
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… From birth until your child is between 6 months and 1 year old: You are responsible for what your child eats. Your … with those internal cues. Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Healthy Eating for Children Helping …
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… noise. You can be exposed to harmful noise at work, at home, and in many other settings. Know what kinds of … contact the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS). Use hearing protectors. If you know you are … not aware of it. Often, family members or friends are the first to notice the hearing loss. Social situations can be …
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… arm only) Where do I apply numbing products for the 4 to 6 year immunization visit? The immunizations given at 4 to 6 years of age are given in the upper arm. The numbing cream … immunization visit. Age Where to put cream or patch 4 to 6 years Apply to the top section on the side of the arm and …
