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Information and resources on metabolic conditions for health care professionals

… textbook provides comprehensive evidence-based information about physical activity for type 1 diabetes (chapter 25), …

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease CJD

… begin. How does a person get CJD? Most cases of CJD, about 93 percent, occur without a known reason. 6 percent of …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… is safe and comfortable. Care plans include information about all health conditions. The nutrition care plan is part … Has a valid first aid and CPR certificate Is knowledgeable about each person in care’s medical conditions, including …

Listeriosis

… of serious illness. If you are at risk, how can you protect yourself? If you are pregnant, an older adult, or have a … safety: Easy ways to make food safer For more information about food safety during pregnancy, visit BC Centre for …

SMART goal setting

… November 1, 2016 Overview When setting a fitness goal for yourself, there are several things you can do to make your goal easier to achieve. Goals should be SMART – … attainable, realistic, and time frame. Specific If you set yourself a general goal like “to get fit”, it’s hard to know …

Healthy physical activity in pregnancy

… too late to start getting active, even if you're well into your pregnancy. Talk to your doctor or midwife first to make sure it’s safe - and then take your time easing into it. If you’re new to exercise, start …

Warming up

… light activity that you do for 10 to 15 minutes to prepare your body for being active. Warming up helps improve your body's performance and reduces the chance of injury. A … warm-up can be any low intensity aerobic activity that uses your body's large muscle groups. Try walking for 5 to 10 …

Tips for soothing

… for affection. But sometimes, you can try everything and your baby won't stop crying. Here are some tips that may help soothe and calm your baby down. Snuggle your baby close to your chest. Check your baby's diaper. …

Safety outdoors in the cold for toddlers

… colder weather can be lots of fun, as long as you ensure your child is protected. General tips Here are some tips for … Provide warm, water resistant, slip proof footwear. Give your toddler mittens. Attach these to coat sleeves. Avoid … Choose a warm hat that fits well and has no ties. Dress your toddler in loose fitting layers under the coat. Make …

Injury prevention

… to understand how to exercise safely so you don’t injure yourself. Here are some important tips to keep in mind: Wear … and use proper skills and techniques. Learn the rules of your sport and how to use equipment properly. Choose activities that are suited to your abilities and fitness level. Before doing an activity, …