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Safe sleeping for babies

… related infant death. This includes alcohol, cannabis (marijuana), crack, cocaine, heroin, … related infant death. This includes alcohol, cannabis (marijuana), crack, cocaine, heroin, …
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Child Safety Strollers and Shopping Carts

… Overview Strollers Taking your child out of the house allows your child to have new experiences … child in the stroller. Keep your child at a safe distance when you are collapsing the …
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Keeping your child safe

… 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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Safe chairs for babies in the first year

… everyone. Use the following tips to check the safety of baby chairs: High chairs Choose a high chair with a wide base, a safety strap, and strong tray locks. If it’s a … HealthLink BC: Quick tips: baby-proofing your home … For safe seating, your baby needs a …
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Safe Use of Long-Acting Opioids

… are some examples of long-acting opioids? Fentanyl patch Methadone Morphine sulfate … are some examples of long-acting opioids? Fentanyl patch Methadone Morphine sulfate …
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Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… them. Be a positive role model – take small bites, chew food well and eat slowly Teach … them. Be a positive role model – take small bites, chew food well and eat slowly Teach …
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Childhood vaccines are safe

… Series Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are free. Call … substances to stimulate just the part of the immune system needed to provide protection. The best …
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Pregnancy and alcohol use

… 38d What are the risks of drinking during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you … known safe amount of alcohol at any stage of pregnancy. It is safest not to drink at all … support for having a healthy pregnancy Where can I get more information and help? If …
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Endometriosis Should I Use Hormone Therapy

… them. Endometriosis: Should I Use Hormone Therapy? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare Options 3 … Get the facts Your options Use hormone therapy. Don't use hormone therapy. Take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory …
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Prediabetes Which Treatment Should I Use to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes

… you can talk to your doctor about them. Prediabetes: Which Treatment Should I Use to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare … Make major lifestyle changes to help prevent type 2 diabetes. Take the medicine metformin …