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… Advance care planning Last updated October 17, 2024 Advance care planning is the process of thinking about and writing … your wishes or instructions for present or future health care treatment in the event you become incapable of deciding …
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… enough sleep. Keep up regular visits to their health care providers and ensure immunizations are up-to-date. … Learn what routine health checkups your child should have: Basic Dental Care Elementary School Age Children and Their Vision …
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… pharmacies, regional health-authority clinics, some primary-care offices, and community health centres. On this page: … I prevent respiratory illnesses? Making a decision to seek care Common lung disease and respiratory conditions How can … encourage friends and family to do the same. Both health care workers and the public can book COVID vaccinations …
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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 … with Ebola, contact HealthLink BC at 8‑1‑1 or your health care provider as soon as possible. For information on Ebola, …
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… symptoms worsen, especially difficulty breathing, medical care should be sought immediately. Parents of children with … and disinfected Stay home if you are sick Seek medical care right away if you are having trouble breathing, … eating, visit our Healthy Eating web page For health care workers For a situation update on EV-D68 for B.C. …
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… a wildfire During a wildfire Evacuation information Health care for evacuees After a wildfire Emergency preparedness … on getting prepared: Caring for seniors in residential care in an emergency (HealthLinkBC File #103c) Community … information for seniors (HealthLinkBC File #103a) Health care for evacuees Smoke particles can irritate the airways …
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… crucial for managing COPD. It can help you and your health care provider identify COPD triggers so you can make the … (HealthLinkBC File #65e) Wildfires and your health Advance care planning Advance care planning is recommended for all patients with a …
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… C or HIV? An individual can consult with any health care provider or emergency department to undergo testing in … and request that the results be communicated to the health care provider looking after an individual who is concerned … they have been exposed. Unless it is the same health care provider caring for both individuals, the exposed …
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… to help make an informed decision on when to seek healthcare. For additional information, visit: Heat-related … healthy in the heat Government of Canada: Sun safety basics Island Health: Sun protection Island Health: Heat … you take your medication unless advised to by your healthcare provider. Learn more about how heat affects your body …
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… procedures provided by first responders or other health care providers if their heart or lungs suddenly stop. In … a legal option to order that no CPR be provided by health care providers and first responders. For the form to be … will not be given CPR by first responders or other health care providers. In home settings, people often put the order …