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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese On this page: Introduction Featured topics Your health authority Introduction Whooping cough, or pertussis, …
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… in British Columbia or elsewhere in Canada. For travel health notices related to Ebola, visit the Public Health … Initial symptoms include: Fever Weakness Fatigue Muscle pain Severe headache Rash Abdominal pain Vomiting Diarrhea Sore throat Redness of the …
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… one of the leading causes of emergency room visits for all age groups. Yet, many injuries are predictable and … On this page: Things you can do to prevent injury Mental health For more information Things you can do to prevent … be prevented (HealthLinkBC File #78) Preventing falls in older adults Child safety: Preventing falls Transportation …
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… April 17, 2024 Download PDF: Document English On this page: Asthma symptoms Asthma attacks Asthma in children … may be mild, moderate or severe. Read the following topics to learn more about asthma: Assessing your asthma … affects children but it should not keep them from living a healthy life. Learn more about how asthma impacts children: …
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… out (lose consciousness) to have a concussion. On this page: Causes of concussions Prevention Recovery For your … visit: Are You at Risk of Falling? Preventing Falls in Older Adults Seniors’ Falls Can be Prevented (HealthLink BC File # 78) What You Can Do to Prevent a Fall? …
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… also known as vaccinations, are important for people of all ages. They help your immune system recognize and quickly … helps protect yourself, your community and B.C.’s health care system this respiratory illness season. Starting in October, everyone 6 months and older can get an updated influenza (flu) and COVID-19 …
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… Be drug smart Last updated August 28, 2024 On this page: Opioid use support Questions you may have Useful websites Featured health services Opioid use support B.C. has launched the … fentanyl, and morphine. They are most often prescribed for pain relief. Opioid drug overdose happens when you take more …
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… COVID-19 by getting your updated immunizations. On this page: Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 COVID-19 symptoms … and treatment Staying at home if you are sick Mental health resources Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 As we … immunizations provide decrease over time, particularly in older people, so keeping your immunizations up to date will …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese On this page: Understanding COPD Managing COPD COPD flare-up action … disease) to learn more about managing the disease. These topics also explain how specific therapies for COPD work: … being prepared for flare-ups is important in managing your health. Having a flare-up action plan is crucial for …
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… available throughout the province at pharmacies, regional health-authority clinics, some primary-care offices, and community health centres. On this page: How can I prevent respiratory illnesses? Making a … of emergencies include, but are not limited to: Chest pains Difficulty breathing Severe bleeding Loss of …
