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… of getting Zika virus? Should pregnant women be concerned about Zika virus? How can I protect myself and my family? … have been travel related. For more detailed information about which countries are affected, please visit Government … an infected partner. Should pregnant women be concerned about Zika virus? Yes. According to the Public Health Agency …
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… chimaera? Mycobacterium chimaera is one of a group of common bacteria that sometimes cause lung infections or … to a registered nurse any time of the day or night to ask about your symptoms and for advice on when to see a doctor. … person. Find more resources and supports If you have more questions or concerns, please call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1 . …
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… to other respiratory illnesses, including the flu and the common cold. Protect yourself and your community against … who are older or chronically ill to self-monitor. To learn about COVID-19 symptoms, what to do if you are feeling ill, … visit: BCCDC: Patient Information about Paxlovid BCCDC: Questions and Answers: Nirmatrelvir/ritonavir (Paxlovid) …
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… and environmental modifications Asthma symptoms Asthma is a common chronic condition causing swelling and inflammation … moderate or severe. Read the following topics to learn more about asthma: Assessing your asthma knowledge Asthma and … Learning that your child has asthma can leave you with many questions. This video will show you what asthma is, what …
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… 17, 2024 Advance care planning is the process of thinking about and writing down your wishes or instructions for … your advance care plan, or answers to frequently asked questions, please visit: Advance Care Planning – Making … Care Decisions Advance Care Planning Frequently Asked Questions (PDF, 347KB) My Voice Advance Care Planning Guide …
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… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Enteroviruses are very common viruses. There are more than 100 different types of … that cause illness. These viruses are related to some common cold viruses. Enterovirus D68 (EV-D68) is a rare … is well controlled. Enteroviruses such as EV-D68 are most common in the summer and fall months. To protect yourself …
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… ("flu") season Last updated October 9, 2024 Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is an infection of the … can be similar to other respiratory illnesses including the common cold and COVID-19. If you are sick, stay home until … prevent you and your family from becoming sick. To learn about influenza, how to prevent it, what the symptoms are, …
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… each year. For information on chiropractic health care, common spine and spine related conditions, and what to … problems related to your muscles, joints, nerves and spine. Common conditions that are treated include low back pain, … and other resources that may be helpful when thinking about your health care options: Find a Doctor of …
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… food contaminated with bacteria, viruses and/or parasites. Common causes of food borne illness are from Norovirus, … and Campylobacter . Health Canada estimates there are about 4 million cases of food borne illness every year in … food cool, when cooking and eating outdoors Symptoms common to most food borne illnesses are cramps, diarrhea, …
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… COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) to learn more about managing the disease. These topics also explain how … risk of these preventable diseases. For more information about vaccines, visit: Influenza (flu) season Pertussis … speak to a certified respiratory educator for answers to questions on lung diseases and related matters. Call the BC …