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… umbrella if you can’t find a shady spot. If you cannot keep your child out of the sun, make sure to protect their skin … smart” clothing and sunscreen. Sun smart clothing Encourage your child to be “sun-smart.” Make sure they cover up with … and a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30 or more if you and your child are out in the sun. Use a lip balm with SPF 30 as …
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… and odorless, you cannot tell if you have nitrate in your well water unless you test for it. Nitrate is more … guideline levels of nitrate in drinking water. To help keep your family safe: Have your well water tested for nitrate Never give your baby well …
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… Vietnamese Why do I need iron? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin (pronounced “hee-muh-glow-bin”). Hemoglobin is found in your red blood cells and helps carry oxygen to all parts of your body. Babies and children need iron for healthy growth …
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… be difficult to pee. You may also find it hard to tell when your bladder's full. Here's some advice that can help. Try to pee at regular times. This will prevent your bladder from getting too full. If it's hard to start peeing, or if it stings, pour warm water over your perineum or pee in the shower. You may have some …
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… Kidneys Last updated March 29, 2024 Your kidneys remove waste, produce hormones and balance the fluids and chemicals in your body. There are various problems which can affect your kidneys, such as chronic disease or infection. Learn …
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… as containing low VOCs Do not allow smoking in or near your home. Second-hand smoke contains many pollutants, … will allow gases to be given off before you bring them into your home. If this is not possible, increase the ventilation by opening windows and doors in your home for a few weeks Buy only enough paints, cleaners …
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… ingredients that make them safe and effective to protect your child from disease. Each vaccine contains a small … or weakened and the toxoids are inactive. Vaccines help your child’s immune system build protection against disease. … removed. Any tiny amount left in the vaccine will not harm your child. Other ingredients – Sugars, amino acids, salts, …
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… if you travel to or work in some countries. Discuss your travel plans with a public health unit, a travel clinic, or your health care provider at least 6 to 8 weeks before you … the provincial medical services plan (MSP), so check with your local travel clinic to find out the cost. Bring a …
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… oral-anal (mouth to anus) contact, getting stool on your fingers and then touching your mouth, or by putting objects in your mouth that may have tiny bits of stool on them. Men who …
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… symptoms like: Trouble breathing, or catching your breath Severe abdominal or chest pain/pressure Weakness or tingling on one side of your body Loss of consciousness Heavy bleeding For those … there may be better options than visiting an ER. Calling your family doctor or care provider or going to a walk-in …
