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… is close to your home. Learn what you can do before an emergency or disaster such as flooding, and what you can to … Dealing with stress and trauma After a flood Before a flood Emergency preparedness During flooding roads may be closed, … may be evacuated. Learn what you can do to prepare for an emergency and stay safe in advance of a potential evacuation …
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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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… to not have cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or other emergency medical procedures provided by first responders or other health care providers if their heart or lungs suddenly stop. In … want to record informed consent to refuse CPR in a medical emergency, it is encouraged that you discuss your decision …
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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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… danger from assault or abuse, call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number right away. For confidential information or … Abuse and Neglect of Older Adults: Information for Family Caregivers (HealthLinkBC File #93b) Abuse and Neglect of … SAIL is a safe place for older adults, and those who care about them, to talk to someone about situations where …
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… 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 …
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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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… Association. Childhood Asthma: A Guide for Families and Caregivers Asthma in teenagers and adults As with children, … attacks and reduce illness. Prevention can help you avoid emergency department visits and help you live a full life. … Diary (PDF, 279KB) BC Asthma Action Plans Your health care provider can help you identify asthma triggers so you …
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… enough sleep. Keep up regular visits to their health care providers and ensure immunizations are up-to-date. … a plan for the time they are at school: Allergy safe child care facilities (HealthLinkBC File #100c) Asthma: Educating … (STIs), birth control options and more: Birth Control Emergency Contraception (EC) (HealthLinkBC File #91b) …
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… signs, contact your doctor right away or go to the nearest emergency. What should I do if I have symptoms of infection? … signs, contact your doctor right away or go to the nearest emergency room. You may also call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1 to … and provide advice on when to see a doctor or visit the emergency room. Should everyone who had heart surgery, heart …