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… Early diagnosis and support in a safe and healthy family situation may help prevent … Early diagnosis and support in a safe and healthy family situation may help prevent …
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… health, see: Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (HealthLinkBC File #38e) Fetal alcohol syndrome … pregnancy visit: Pregnancy and alcohol use (HealthLinkBC File #38d) Alcohol or drug use … use, see Breastfeeding or chestfeeding (HealthLinkBC File #70). Support and …
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… a lifelong disability that affects a range of health and behavioural problems in individuals … include problems with motor skills, physical health, learning, memory, attention, … areas. For more information on FASD, see HealthLinkBC File #38e Fetal alcohol spectrum …
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… both immediate and long-term effects on your body, including an increased risk of injuries … important decisions How alcohol affects the body The alcohol you drink moves into the … body mass as they age, resulting in more body fat and less water in the body to dilute …
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… to severe. Alcohol can cause a child to have physical or mental problems that may last all … job training, and counselling . Community services may be able to help your family … to severe. Alcohol can cause a child to have physical or mental problems that may last all …
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… Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah … Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah … does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any …
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Drinking and smoking aren't just harmful when you're pregnant - they can affect your baby's health, too. It’s best not to drink alcohol or smoke at all while breastfeeding. Alcohol can affect babies’ …
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… form. The tube for the future heart starts beating. 8 weeks The fetus now has all the … The first trimester: A critical time for healthy choices The first three months of pregnancy – the first trimester - is a …
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… disorder is that you keep using alcohol and other drugs even though you know it's causing problems in your life. Another sign is that you have a strong need or … to drink or use drugs. Using alcohol and other drugs can affect your health, work, …
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… hepatitis and HIV if the person uses shared injection equipment and fluids, and lead to … hepatitis and HIV if the person uses shared injection equipment and fluids, and lead to …