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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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… Symptoms include: Fever Headache Conjunctivitis (pink eye) Skin rash Muscle and joint pain The symptoms are generally … have reported a significant increase in the number of newborns with microcephaly (abnormally small head), and an … about travelling while pregnant, speak with your health care provider or see HealthLinkBC File #41g The Pregnant …
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… generally include 2 or more of the following body systems: Skin: hives, swelling (face, lips, tongue), itching, warmth, … diarrhea Cardiovascular (heart) : paler than normal skin colour or blue colour, weak pulse, passing out, … an allergen for many people. Whether you or someone in your care has a food allergy, making food choices can be …
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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 … attack symptoms Symptoms of sepsis Pain in early pregnancy Babies younger than 3 months of age, with a fever should be …
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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 … infected animal or person. Direct contact is through broken skin or mucous membranes like the eyes, nose or mouth with …
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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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… of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. If you are travelling … public health unit, community health centre, at primary care homes, doctor's offices, travel health clinics and …
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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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… in Canada, 1 to 3 deaths occur due to pertussis, mostly in babies less than 3 months of age who have not been … of your child’s routine immunizations. Call your health care provider to make an appointment. For more information … on immunizations to individuals, families, and health care providers. Public Health Agency of Canada The Public …
