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… health care provider. You may be asked to submit a stool sample for testing. Cryptosporidium is difficult to detect so you may have to submit more than 1 sample. Your health care provider will decide if treatment … ice cubes, washing uncooked fruits and vegetables, making baby formula, brushing teeth or rinsing dentures. You can …
Health topics
… and progestin. The ring protects against pregnancy for 1 month at a time. You wear one ring for 3 weeks in a row and … This means you don't take the ring out for a week each month. With this method, you won't have your period. How to … were using before. Did not use hormonal birth control last month Count the first day of your menstrual period as Day 1. …
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… language milestones for my child’s age group? Birth to 3 months old Startles or cries at loud sounds Becomes quiet or smiles when spoken to Makes cooing sounds 4 to 6 months old Moves head in direction of sounds Pays attention … following HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #50a Your Baby’s Immune System and Vaccines HealthLinkBC File #50b The …
Healthy eating
… sheet to help you choose foods that will keep you and your baby safe and healthy. Steps you can take General food … illness during pregnancy which can be harmful to your baby. Women who are pregnant are at a higher risk of … salads ready-to-eat deli meats and ready-prepared meals. Safer choices during pregnancy include: hard cheese …
Medical tests
… uses a special needle with a tube attached to collect the sample of fluid. A culture and sensitivity test is usually done on the sample of fluid. Before the test, your child may get … uses a special needle with a tube attached to collect the sample of fluid. A culture and sensitivity test is usually …
Medications
… dose within 1 hour after eating your morning and evening meals. Swallow the tablets whole. Do not crush or chew. … absorbed through the skin and lungs and may harm an unborn baby, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant … reliable forms of birth control during treatment and for 6 months after the last dose. Men taking this medication …
Health topics
… to make sure you get enough nutrients in your daily meals to prevent vitamin and mineral deficiencies. You may need to work with a dietitian to plan meals. And you may need to take extra vitamin B12. Depending … You probably will lose weight very quickly in the first few months after surgery. As time goes on, your weight loss will …
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… What is flat head syndrome? Flat head syndrome means that a baby's head is flat in the back or on one side. Most often, … the head to one side for long periods of time. Sometimes a baby's forehead, cheek, or ear may get pushed forward a bit … If your baby's head shape does not get better by around 6 months, let your doctor know. If the flattened head is …
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… can use a variety of tests to examine tissue or fluid samples under a microscope and look for cancer cells. Tests … explosion. If you have nausea, try to eat several small meals a day. When you feel better, eat clear soups and mild … can use a variety of tests to examine tissue or fluid samples under a microscope and look for cancer cells. Tests …
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… also known as "wryneck," is a condition in which your baby's head is tilted. The chin points to one shoulder, … opposite shoulder. Treatment is necessary to prevent your baby's face and skull from growing unevenly and to prevent … play with them. If your baby does not improve after a few months of stretching, contact your doctor. There may be …
