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Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis

… damages your liver so it doesn’t work well. If you have cirrhosis or other complications, your nutrition needs … bean or lentil soup with whole grain crackers When you have the energy to cook, make more than you need. Put the leftovers in the freezer to have at another meal. What if I’m losing weight? If you are …

Hearing tests for infants and children

… them. If your child cannot hear well, they will likely have trouble learning oral language, learning to talk and … they need to be successful. Why does my baby need to have their hearing screened? Every year in B.C., about 100 … sounds. This is why it is important that every baby have a newborn hearing screening. What will a hearing …

Pregnancy and alcohol use

… to your developing baby. What else can I do to make sure I have a healthy pregnancy? As well as not drinking alcohol, …

Your babys immune system and vaccines

… how vaccines work with the immune system. Yes No If you have answered ‘no’ to any of the above, read on to learn … What is the immune system and how does it work? You may have heard about viruses and bacteria, often called germs. … time. To protect your baby as soon as possible, your baby should get their vaccines starting at 2 months of age. Most …

Pregnancy and dental health

… developmental problems, asthma, ear infections and may have a higher risk of infant death How can I keep my teeth … drink alcohol or use cannabis during pregnancy Continue to have regular professional dental care Nausea and vomiting … are pregnant. Any pain, swelling or infection in your mouth should be treated right away to keep you and your baby …

Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time

… patch (Evra®) Injectable contraception (Depo-Provera®) Intrauterine device (IUD) (Mirena®, Kyleena™). IUDs are also … (the Pill) Acne control (some methods) Preventing heavy bleeding during menstruation (IUDs) Other uses Talk to your … Speak to your health care provider about how long you should use a barrier method, even after you stop taking a …

Childhood vaccines are safe

… I know vaccines are checked for side effects. Yes No If you have answered ‘no’ to any of the above, read on to learn … make sure it is safe and effective. If there are people who should not receive the vaccine because of safety concerns, … safer than older vaccines? Yes. Advances in science have improved how vaccines are made. Vaccines now contain …

E coli infection

… which can result in kidney failure, anemia and internal bleeding. HUS can be especially harmful for young children, … Whole cuts of meat such as steaks or roasts usually only have E. coli on the surface, which makes the E. coli easier … first Serve cooked meats right away or keep them hot. They should be at least 60°C (140°F) or hotter, until you are …

Iron and Your Health

… parts of your body. Without enough iron, your body will not have enough hemoglobin, and you may develop iron deficiency … females 19 to 49 years old. Females with heavy menstrual bleeding may need extra iron. Frequent blood donors may need … is 2 years or older. Babies who are not given breast milk should be fed a store-bought infant formula. Continue …

Financial abuse of older adults

… partner or close friend dies. They are grieving, and they have many decisions to make. What are the health effects of … Make sure you understand every document you sign What should I do if I see a crime or harmful situation? Call the …