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… reaction Since this kind of allergic reaction can be life threatening, it is important to respond quickly and … an allergen for many people. Whether you or someone in your care has a food allergy, making food choices can be … B.C. Government The B.C. Government provides safety planning resources for severe allergic reactions in schools. …
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… B, Hepatitis C or HIV Expand all Collapse all What should I do if I am concerned that I have been exposed? If … C or HIV? An individual can consult with any health care provider or emergency department to undergo testing in … the Notice personally. Information for source individual I received a Notice of Intention, what does that mean? If you …
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… of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. If you are travelling … your child's routine immunizations. Learn when your child should be immunized, the benefits of immunization and more. … just moved to Canada, it’s important to make sure you have received all the vaccines recommended for children and …
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… updated October 24, 2024 Overview When you are pregnant, or planning to become pregnant, the safest option is to not … cause of developmental disability in children, and includes lifelong physical, learning and behavioural disabilities. … see Breastfeeding or chestfeeding (HealthLinkBC File #70). Support and counselling Individual, family, and small group …
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… such as Health Gateway. On this page: Health Gateway MyCareCompass by Lifelabs Interior Health Island Health Northern Health … in your care  MyHealthPortal provides patients who have received services at an Interior Health location access to …
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… that we continue to stay active, eat healthy, and take care of our families and ourselves. Be prepared Cold weather … room with computers, phone or TV. Access to medical support, support staff and individualized help from a … mental well-being for everyone, at all ages and stages of life. For advice on what you can to live a healthy …
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… Spanish Document Vietnamese Abuse and neglect in later life can affect a person’s health, happiness and safety. … number right away. For confidential information or support, call (or 7-1-1 for the deaf and hard of hearing) or … Abuse and Neglect of Older Adults: Information for Family Caregivers (HealthLinkBC File #93b) Abuse and Neglect of …
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… vaccine (flu vaccine) . On this page: Flu symptoms Who should get an influenza vaccine? Getting vaccinated against … which affects the lungs. The risk of complications can be life-threatening. The symptoms of influenza can be similar … about Influenza (the Flu) (HealthLinkBC File #12b) . Who should get an influenza vaccine? Everyone 6 months of age …
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… the disease, contact HealthLink BC at 8‑1‑1 or your health care provider as soon as possible. On this page: What are … How do I know if I have been exposed to Ebola? For health care workers What are the symptoms of Ebola? Ebola symptoms … assessing health issues such as Ebola, providing technical support to countries, and setting norms and standards. … …
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… you can do to prepare for an emergency and stay safe in advance of a potential evacuation alert or order. Government …