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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese From birth to 6 months, human milk (breast milk) and a daily 400 … lean forward Open their mouth to accept food Pick up and try to bring food to their mouth, and Let you know when … babies Coconut, oat, rice, and nut or seed beverages should not be offered before 2 years of age. They do not …
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… Pediatric Society against their use. Parents and caregivers should be aware of the risks and side effects. If you choose … of certain vitamins and minerals can harm health. Who should avoid energy drinks? Children, teens, people who are … Gatorade® and Powerade®, are designed to rehydrate the body after intense exercise. Some sports drinks are high in …
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… Nitrate is colourless, tasteless and odorless. Nitrate should not be confused with nitrite. Nitrite can also be … levels in ground water may change over time, especially after a heavy rainfall. Nitrate concentrations above … For more information For more information, see the BC Ministry of Environment Nitrate in Ground Water fact sheet: …
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… special precautions are used to prevent the spread of MRSA. Should I get tested for MRSA? Healthy people do not need to … skin and you are healthy, you do not need treatment and you should continue with your normal activities. Although you do … Using an alcohol hand rub may prevent the spread of MRSA after touching surfaces with your hands. You do not need to …
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… if you feel you are not able to continue to volunteer. Should everyone volunteer in an emergency? Everyone has a … emergencies or disasters. Relying on volunteers during and after an emergency can place more stress or burden on those …
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… measles, mumps or encephalitis Some infections present at birth such as cytomegalovirus (CMV), toxoplasmosis or … syndromes, like Down syndrome, Pendred and Alport Low birth weight – less than 1200 grams (2.65 pounds) Neonatal … (ECMO) treatment as a newborn Very high bilirubin levels at birth that need an exchange transfusion Receiving certain …
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… his or her back every time (at night and for naps) Babies should always be placed on their backs to sleep. Healthy … be avoided. Babies who were born prematurely or with a low birthweight are at higher risk of death while bedsharing. … is any smoking in the home, if smoking occurred during the pregnancy or if the adults in the bed are less alert due to …
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… in snow or has turned to ice. It is important to note that after a bloom has ended cyanobacteria can still persist in … and respiratory systems. Symptoms are visible shortly after exposure. Others affect the liver and it takes days … HealthLinkBC File #49b Disinfecting Drinking Water . Who should I contact to report cyanobacteria? If you are …
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… a home that is smoke free At the right temperature (babies should be cozy and warm, but not too hot) Breastfeeding has … keep the room dark and quiet. Don’t stimulate your baby by trying to play with them before putting them back in their … Files: HealthLinkBC File #92a Your Child and Play From Birth to 3 Years HealthLinkBC File #92b Your Child’s …
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… babies whose cries are responded to right away cry less after the first year than babies whose parents let them “cry … child include: Whenever possible, give your child choices Try to plan your day around a routine that works for your … Files: HealthLinkBC File #92a Your Child and Play From Birth to 3 Years HealthLinkBC File #92b Your Child’s …
