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Breastfeeding helps the mother and child in every aspect of Miyupimaatisiiun (physical, mental, emotional and spiritual development).

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Bullying happens when someone hurts or scares another person on purpose, and the person being bullied has a hard time defending themselves.

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It's important to deal with your C-section scar after birth. It can help prevent infection, reduce pain, improve healing and minimize scarring.

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Cree Leucoencephalopathy (CLE) and Cree Encephalitis (CE)  are diseases which are passed from parent to child.

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Depression is an extreme sadness/despair that lasts for weeks, months even years. It is profound pain that cannot be seen physically.

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When you try lowering your stress, you might have more time to focus on the other aspects of healthy lifestyles.

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Flattening of the head in newborns is quite common, but it has no negative impact on their brain development.

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Gastroenteritis is a contagious illness that causes an upset stomach, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

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Grief is a natural process and can be very painful to work through, and can often come in waves triggered by memories.

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COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted many customs and practices in Cree culture, including grieving & mourning loved ones who have passed.

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GAS diseases are caused by germs that spread through secretions, infect body systems and require antibiotics. Severe cases can be fatal. 

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Through regular medical appointments and monitoring your blood pressure, you can detect high blood pressure early so that you can manage it and pre

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Haemophilius Influenzae type a (called Hia for short) is a kind of bacteria that can cause mild to severe disease, especially in children under 5.

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Meningococcal disease is a serious infection that can cause meningitis or septicemia. It can be deadly. It’s treated with antibiotics.

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An overdose means a person has too much of a substance in their body.

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