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… abilities. Never swim alone Use the “buddy system.” Have a strong swimmer with you, even if there is a … Babies who cannot sit without support and cannot wear a PFD should always be held by an adult. Older children (12-17 years old) should use the “buddy system.” Never let children play in …
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… at increased risk for heat-related illness if they do not have access to a cool indoor environment. They include: … day. Ask your health care provider about how much water you should drink on hot days if you are on water pills or … fluids each hour. Rest breaks are important and should be taken in the shade Avoid sunburn. Use a broad …
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… your child grows from newborn to toddler and beyond, play should continue to have an important place in their life and in your … to give toddlers a choice between several activities, play should be spontaneous and unstructured as much as possible. …
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… of an infected person. The infected person may or may not have symptoms. When an infected person coughs or sneezes, … sleep in the same room as the infected person People who have direct contact with the infected person’s mouth or nose … not had chickenpox or the chickenpox (varicella) vaccine should get the vaccine. For information about the chickenpox …
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… to pass stool. Symptoms may be mild to severe, or you may have no symptoms at all. Symptoms will typically occur 1 to … your mouth, or by putting objects in your mouth that may have tiny bits of stool on them. Men who have sex with men … for children, the sick, the elderly, or other dependents should not go to work until they have cleared the infection. …
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… a health concern but not ingesting asbestos? Many studies have found strong evidence indicating that inhaling asbestos … inhaling asbestos, see HealthLinkBC File #32 Asbestos: When should I worry? Health Canada and the World Health Organization have each independently reviewed existing evidence several …
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… can also cause infections, but it rarely does. Some studies have found increases in common symptoms such as coughing, … floors, bedding and soft furnishings. People with allergies should leave the room during vacuuming and for at least an … pillows and mattress pads, in hot water – wash temperature should be at least 55°C (131°F) For more information Health …
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… People undergoing cancer chemotherapy People who have other illnesses The elderly What are the symptoms? In … and visitors can spread the infection to you if their hands have come in contact with the C. diff bacteria, and they … the antibiotic that led to the infection. However, you should not stop taking your antibiotics until you have been …
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… alcohol if you’re breast/chest feeding, but if you want to have an occasional drink, it does not mean you need to stop … is important that you plan around it. If you are going to have a drink, it is recommended that you feed your baby and … For example, if a person has 2 alcoholic drinks, they should wait at least 4 hours before breast/chest feeding. …
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… Bring medication to help prevent and treat diarrhea Have a dental check-up Take an extra pair of glasses or … and a written prescription from your eye doctor If you have an ongoing health concern, talk to your health care … but they can reduce the risk Women who only use diaphragms should male partners to use condoms as well. Avoid engaging …
