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… about Testing Orders Last updated October 31, 2024 On this page: Exposure to Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C or HIV Voluntary … go immediately and have a risk assessment performed by a health professional at an emergency department. Prompt … For more information about post-exposure prophylaxis, see HealthLinkBC File #97 – Contact with Blood and Body Fluids: …
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… vaccines provide decreases over time, particularly in older people, so a spring COVID-19 vaccine booster will … 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 …
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… a chiropractor each year. For information on chiropractic health care, common spine and spine related conditions, and … and treatment without the use of drugs or surgery for problems related to your muscles, joints, nerves and spine. … in their lives. Workplace incidents, car accidents, sports injuries, poor posture, household chores and the stress of …
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… (or Ebola) is an illness caused by the Ebola virus. Early stages of the disease are characterized by flu-like symptoms, … in British Columbia or elsewhere in Canada. For travel health notices related to Ebola, visit the Public Health Agency of Canada: Travel Health Notices webpage. If …
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… Wash your hands. For more information on hand washing, see HealthLinkBC File #85 Hand washing: Help stop the spread of … your other immunizations are up to date will help keep you healthy and your immune system strong. For more information … on immunizations, see our B.C. Immunization Schedules web page Eat healthy foods and be physically active to help keep …
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… on FASD and the effects it can have on your baby's health, see: Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (HealthLinkBC … smoking and avoiding smoke during pregnancy Smoking: Problems with pregnancy Substance use while breastfeeding … and small group counselling is available to people of all ages who are directly or indirectly affected by alcohol and …
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… October 24, 2024 Download PDF: Document English On this page: Introduction What is vaping? Youth and vaping Laws and … Vapour products and other electronic cigarettes may cause health risks to users through exposure to vapour/aerosols. … vape pens, vapes, mods, tanks or e-hookahs. As per Health Canada, “Vegetable glycerin and propylene glycol are …
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… down your wishes or instructions for present or future health care treatment in the event you become incapable of … planning resources Advance care planning - Making future health care decisions For information on advance care … future health care treatment The Ministry of Health encourages all capable adults in B.C. to do advance care planning, …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese On this page: What is Zika virus? Are there any risks of … (GBS), a neurological disorder. According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, experts agree that Zika virus … visit Government of Canada - Zika virus: Latest travel health advice . Who is at risk of getting Zika virus? The …
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… Cannabis Last updated August 29, 2024 On this page: Common questions about cannabis Safe and responsible … for its therapeutic effects. But it can also harm your health. Cannabis for medical purposes has been legal in … better prevent and manage mental health and substance use problems. HeretoHelp: Cannabis Use and Youth (A parent's …
