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Physical Abuse

… member Are you worried about your physical or emotional safety or about the safety of someone else? Yes Concerned about safety of self or others No Concerned about safety of self …

Reducing risk of food allergy in your baby

… swelling, redness, or rash Stuffy or runny nose with itchy watery eyes Vomiting Cough Although less common, vomiting, … butters Blend 15 mL (1 tablespoon) of breast milk or warm water to 15 mL of smooth peanut butter. Blend until smooth … Toddler’s First Steps https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/toddlers-first-steps © 2017 Province of British Columbia. …

Facial Problems Non-Injury

… or hay fever-like symptoms (runny, itchy nose and watery eyes, sneezing), trouble swallowing Gastrointestinal … You may also try breathing the moist air from a bowl of hot water. Put a towel over your head and the bowl to trap the moist air. Make sure that the water isn't too hot. Be careful not to get burned by the hot …

Cuts

… deeply into the wound. Hold the wound under cool running water. If you have a sprayer in your sink, you can use it to … dirt and other debris from the wound. Scrub gently with water, a mild soap, and a face cloth. If some dirt or other … to do. Most chemicals should be rinsed off with lots of water, but with some chemicals, water may make the burn …

Animal and Human Bites

… deeply into the wound. Hold the wound under cool running water. If you have a sprayer in your sink, you can use it to … dirt and other debris from the wound. Scrub gently with water, a mild soap, and a face cloth. If some dirt or other … to do. Most chemicals should be rinsed off with lots of water, but with some chemicals, water may make the burn …

Snake and Lizard Bites

… such as a: Rattle snake. Copperhead snake. Cottonmouth (water moccasin). Coral snakes. Gila monsters and Mexican … or hay fever-like symptoms (runny, itchy nose and watery eyes, sneezing), trouble swallowing Gastrointestinal … or bandage, on a bite. Do not soak your hand or foot in ice water or pack your arm or leg in ice. It can increase damage …

Non-Medical Options for Pain Relief in Childbirth

… of contractions as waves rolling over you. Labouring in water. Soaking in warm water may help ease stress in early labour. Acupuncture. … of contractions as waves rolling over you. Labouring in water. Soaking in warm water may help ease stress in early …

Using a Cane

… will make using your walking aid easier and safer. General safety when using walking aids Look straight ahead, not down … will make using your walking aid easier and safer. General safety when using walking aids Look straight ahead, not down …

Reye syndrome

… lack of energy Diarrhea and rapid breathing in infants and toddlers Persistent vomiting in children and teenagers …

Role of Pets in Human Disease

… be treated at home. Clean any bite or scratch with warm water and soap right after the injury. See your health care … eat. For more information, see HealthLinkBC File #59a Food Safety: Easy Ways to Make Food Safer Do not let your pet eat … wear rubber gloves and wash your hands with soap and warm water afterwards Avoid inhaling or ingesting dust when you …