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… 100b What is an allergy safe adult care facility? Food allergy affects about 3 to 4 adults out of every 100. While care facilities … to create and maintain a safe environment for adults with food allergy. Creating an allergy …
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… Series Anyone who provides care to babies and young children must be aware of the risks of … children are at high risk of choking because they: Have less practice controlling food …
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… Overview Potential hazards are everywhere and children don’t always recognize dangerous … the spread of germs (HealthLink BC File #85) Abuse and neglect Child abuse has lasting effects and …
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… pain can cause stress and anxiety for some children and their parents. Parents play an … without a prescription. They are safe for babies and young children. You will need to put the cream …
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… Topic Overview For many young people, using alcohol, drugs, or other substances like … times and stop, while others may continue to use them on a more regular basis. Young people … unprotected sex. This raises the chance of pregnancy and infection with sexually …
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… of responsibilities as they grow into young adults, including the ability to legally … use with them. Before you talk to your adult children, learn more about opioids and … in having a meaningful conversation with your adult child. Fentanyl is one of a class of …
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… 123 Young children, who are naturally curious and like to explore, are at high risk of burns and scalds. The most common cause of burns and scalds in young children is from …
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… 100c What is an allergy safe child care facility? Managing food allergy in a … staff, parents and children. While child care facilities cannot be expected to be completely … emergency number and how to communicate the health concern Each child’s allergy and how to …
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… the things your child needs to learn to stay safe and healthy. In addition to teaching … or alcohol or do dangerous activities. Skip parties where they know there will be drugs or … is when your child is in elementary school. Teens need to learn healthy habits if they are …
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… 107 In the early weeks of life, babies sleep for about 16 hours a day. … be informed about safe sleeping practices for babies. For a safe sleeping resource for … her back every time (at night and for naps) Babies should always be placed on their backs …