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… to start as soon as possible. Post-exposure prophylaxis is treatment after an individual has been exposed to a disease. … (HealthLinkBC File #25a) Hepatitis B virus tests Living well with hepatitis B virus infection (HealthLinkBC File … (HealthLinkBC File #40a) Hepatitis C virus tests Living well with hepatitis C virus (HealthLinkBC File #40b) HIV HIV …
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… Beat the heat Last updated July 5, 2024 During the summer months, temperatures in British Columbia … Prickly heat rash Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat (HealthLinkBC File #35b) Safety for the … and overnight temperatures get hotter every day and are well above seasonal norms. When an extreme heat warning is …
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… not only protect yourself and your family, but others as well. Many vaccines are provided free as part of your … Hepatitis A HPV Vaccine (Human Papillomavirus) Certain cancers (Cervical, Anal, Throat), Genital Warts Influenza …
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… of a severe allergic reaction can start within minutes of eating or being exposed to an allergen. In some cases, the … 2 or more of the following body systems: Skin: hives, swelling (face, lips, tongue), itching, warmth, redness, rash … reaction could get worse or come back, even after proper treatment. Stay in the hospital for observation for as long …
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… Most types of diagnostic / medical imaging reports BC Cancer cervix, breast, lung and colon screening program …
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… to show symptoms People with Ebola are most infectious during the late stages of the infections when they are very … about the Ebola virus disease, including symptoms and treatment, on the Government of Canada's website. World …
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… should not use them, and they should not be used during pregnancy. What is vaping? Vaping is inhaling aerosol … or other drugs). Referral to community substance use treatment services is available for all ages. Contact ADIRS …
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… to pay attention to your mental health and overall wellness. There are many precautions you can take to reduce …
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… get this infection? The chances of getting this infection during surgery are very low. A risk of bacterial infection at the surgical site is always possible during surgery. For most people, the benefits of having … to see if you have been exposed to Mycobacterium chimaera during heart surgery, heart transplant or lung transplant …
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… (PDF 113KB) Government of Canada: Concussion - Symptoms and treatment For your information BC Injury Research and … goal of standardizing concussion recognition, diagnosis, treatment and management. CATT online CATT: Concussion …
