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Safe Eating Guidelines

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LC85-0527
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Nutrition and Food

This pamphlet lists signs that you may have a swallowing problem. It includes Safe Swallow Guidelines everyone should follow, tips for support persons, and oral care tips, as well as symptoms that need medical attention.

This pamphlet is also available in French: FF85-2175
Lignes directrices pour s’alimenter sans danger

(Printer Friendly) Safe Eating Guidelines: 0527 (67.55 KB)
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