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… Injury prevention Last updated January 7, 2025 Injuries are one of … for all age groups. Yet, many injuries are predictable and preventable. Awareness of common injuries and prevention tips will help keep you and your community …
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… is hot outside. On this page: Heat-related illnesses Heat stroke Staying healthy in the heat Extreme heat Extreme heat … itself down. Heat-related illnesses can almost always be prevented. If you think you have a heat-related illness, use … for heat stroke Heat stroke: Emergency symptoms Heat stroke prevention: What to wear Staying healthy in the heat When it …
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… and community health centres. On this page: How can I prevent respiratory illnesses? Making a decision to seek … Common lung disease and respiratory conditions How can I prevent respiratory illnesses? Vaccinations remain the best … of consciousness Broken bones, or suspected broken bones Stroke or heart attack symptoms Symptoms of sepsis Pain in …
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… from enjoying the warm weather. Learn what you can do to prevent being bitten or stung: Insect bites and stings and … bites Insect repellents and DEET (HealthLinkBC File #96) Preventing insect stings There are many types of ticks. … Petting zoo and open farm visits (HealthLinkBC File #61b) Preventing children’s injuries from sports and other …
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… are at higher risk of severe problems from certain vaccine-preventable diseases. Vaccines can reduce the risk of these preventable diseases. For more information about vaccines, …
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… is, what asthma medications do, and how to recognize and prevent asthma symptoms. The BC Children's Hospital Asthma … for asthma: Myths and facts Living with asthma Practicing prevention can reduce asthma attacks and reduce illness. Prevention can help you avoid emergency department visits …
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… on nutrition and exercise to support recovery and promote prevention. Over 80 percent of British Columbians will …
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… can happen any time. In this section, learn how to prevent and treat common sports and play-related injuries. … Elbow Injuries Finger, Hand and Wrist Injuries Leg Injuries Preventing Children's Injuries From Sports and Other …
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… Government of British Columbia: Communicable Disease Prevention in K-12 Schools Featured topics Bullying Bullying … about sexual and reproductive health, such as how to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs), birth … Emergency Contraception (EC) (HealthLinkBC File #91b) Preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) …
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… out these healthier holiday recipes from the Heart and Stroke . Also see recipes from Canada’s Food Guide. If …
