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… Your health this fall Last updated August 16, 2024 Download … cold and flu season, and a return to school for kids. Our children are back in school or daycare, which can mean new … Respiratory illnesses Several respiratory viruses are causing illness in B.C. including COVID-19 and influenza …
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… Flooding and your health Last updated May 8, 2024 Download PDF: Document … healthy during and after a flooding event in your area by using the Government of British Columbia: Flooding … Health Authority: Recognizing and Resolving Trauma in Children During Disasters Kelty Mental Health: Managing …
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… Your health this winter Last updated December 12, 2024 … www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca Emergency shelters BC Housing: Emergency shelters program provides a temporary place … member may need to use the ER. To learn more, see: BC Children's Hospital: When to bring your child to the BC …
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… Your health this summer Last updated July 5, 2024 Download … and open farm visits (HealthLinkBC File #61b) Preventing children’s injuries from sports and other activities Quick … The BCCDC is encouraging everyone to be aware of disease-causing ticks and prevention of Lyme disease that can result …
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… Wildfires and your health Last updated July 12, 2024 Download PDF: … wildfires (also called forest fires). Wildfires can affect your health and safety in many ways. The smoke from … planning if you have specific health conditions, see: BC Children’s Hospital: Diabetes Emergency Survival Pack (PDF, …
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… Your health information Last updated February 26, 2024 There … digital tools available to securely and easily access your personal health information online. Some tools are … dependent in Health Gateway to see immunizations for their children 11 years and younger. Health Gateway provides …
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… Your health this spring Last updated February 23, 2024 … topics Asthma Asthma is a common chronic condition causing swelling and inflammation of the airways. Seasonal … Finger, Hand and Wrist Injuries Leg Injuries Preventing Children's Injuries From Sports and Other Activities …
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… alcohol at all. Drinking alcohol during pregnancy puts your baby at risk of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, also … is the leading known cause of developmental disability in children, and includes lifelong physical, learning and … pregnant, taking drugs during pregnancy or while breastfeeding may harm your baby. This includes prohibited drugs …
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… Lighten Up Your Holiday Recipes Last updated October 25, 2024 The … from. Here are some ideas for adding new healthful foods to your holiday table: Serve a new vegetable or fruit side … like squash, beets and Brussels sprouts Winter green salads using kale or collards Stewed fruit or fruit compotes using …
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… are important for people of all ages. They help your immune system recognize and quickly kill bacteria and … or death. By getting immunized, you not only protect yourself and your family, but others as well. Many vaccines are provided free as part of your child's routine immunizations. Respiratory illness Getting …
