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Iron-rich foods for babies and toddlers

… growth and development, including brain development. How can I make sure my child has enough iron? Introduce …

West Nile virus

… and transmit the virus. Some of these are present in B.C. However, the number of mosquitos infected with WNV in B.C. … risk of WNV infection in people in B.C. is considered low. How can I protect myself? Any activity that prevents … me? The risk of infection from handling birds is very low; however, you should not use your bare hands to handle wild …

Spongy moth spraying

… skin rash and possible upper respiratory tract symptoms. How is the spongy moth population controlled in B.C.? The … area, making the area size appear larger than it is; however, no spraying occurs outside of the delineated … health effects and allergic-type reactions. Results show no increase in adverse illnesses reported by health care …

Live attenuated influenza flu vaccine

… are unwilling to get the inactivated influenza vaccine. However, the inactivated influenza vaccine is recommended … infection than the live vaccine in this age group. How is the vaccine given? LAIV is given as a spray into both … getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care …

Inactivated influenza flu vaccine

… animals including poultry, dairy and swine industry workers How is the vaccine given? The vaccine is given by injection, … getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care …

Financial abuse of older adults

… physically or emotionally unwell. For information about how men and women may experience abuse or neglect … abuse hurts older adults in many ways and it seldom stops by itself. Many financial abuse situations involve … housing, good nutrition, medication and healthy activities. How can abuse and neglect be prevented? To help prevent …

Travel immunizations for adults

… The immunizations you need depend on where you are going, how long you are staying and how you will be travelling. Make sure you are up to date … by infection with a virus. People get it by eating food or drinking water contaminated with feces. You may require a …

Understanding harm reduction Substance use

… is a public health approach to substance use (including alcohol, cannabis, and other substances) and drug policy. … on safer ways to use substances, including the use of alcohol, opioids, stimulants and other substances Supply … helps their families, friends and communities. Research shows harm reduction activities can: Reduce stigma Increase …

Your childs development from birth to 3 years

… of life, your child’s behavior communicates their needs and how they are changing and growing. Listening to your child’s … objects Responds to their name Enjoys social interaction Shows interest in colours Recognizes faces and shows a … a specific gender Shows an increased attention span Solves problems by trial and error Participates in group activities …

Measles mumps rubella and varicella MMRV vaccine

… getting immunized because of a cold or other mild illness. However, if you have concerns speak with your health care … and birth defects in an unborn baby including deafness, eye problems, heart defects, liver damage, and brain damage. … (CVS). Babies may have a low birth weight, scars and problems with their limbs, eyes and brain. Chickenpox can …