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… Alcohol and other drug use during pregnancy Last updated … your baby's health, see: Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (HealthLinkBC File #38e) Fetal alcohol syndrome Alcohol …
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… should not use them, and they should not be used during pregnancy. What is vaping? Vaping is inhaling aerosol or … and should not be consumed in combination with nicotine, alcohol, other drugs or health products. This can increase … to vaping, visit: Cannabis use in British Columbia, HealthLinkBC.ca . Talking with your teen about vaping, …
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… immune system recognize and quickly kill bacteria and viruses that can cause serious illness or death. The Human … immunizations offered in B.C.: Childhood Vaccines are Safe (HealthLinkBC File #50c) Grade 6 Immunizations in B.C. … such as substance use and overdose. To learn more about alcohol and drug use in young people, visit: Alcohol and …
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… red rash that appears on the face, neck, arms and legs. Because of immunization, measles is now a rare disease in … and how to prevent spreading measles to others. Measles (HealthLinkBC File #14b) Measles (rubeola) Measles rash … you can receive these missing routine vaccines for free. Pregnancy Women should avoid becoming pregnant for one month …
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… illness can increase during the summer. This is because hot and humid weather can create conditions for bacteria … picnic and camping meals: Disinfecting drinking water (HealthLinkBC File #49b) Food Safety: Easy ways to make food … for travellers (HealthLinkBC File #41a) Travel during pregnancy Travel immunizations for adults (HealthLinkBC File …
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… smart Last updated August 28, 2024 On this page: Opioid use support Questions you may have Useful websites Featured … of all ages who are directly or indirectly affected by alcohol and other drug use. For more information call the … substance use support services in your area, search the HealthLinkBC Directory or contact your local health …
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… immune system recognize and quickly kill bacteria and viruses that can cause serious illness or death. By getting … below. BCCDC: Influenza Facts about Influenza (the Flu) (HealthLinkBC File #12b) Inactivated Influenza (Flu) Vaccine (HealthLinkBC File #12d) Influenza (Flu) Immunization: Myths …
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… Asthma: How to overcome treatment obstacles Asthma: Overuse of quick-relief medicines Living with more than one … with asthma easier. Lifestyle Asthma and GERD Asthma during pregnancy Asthma: Educating yourself and your child … in your home Controlling pet allergens Indoor air quality (HealthLinkBC File Number #65a) Particulate matter and …
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… months and often occurs more at night. Pertussis can cause complications such as pneumonia, seizures, brain damage … the link below to learn more. Pertussis (Whooping Cough) (HealthLinkBC File #15c) Vaccination against Pertussis The … Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis, Polio (Tdap-IPV) Vaccine (HealthLinkBC File #15a) Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, …
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… with blood and body fluids: Protecting against infection ( HealthLinkBC File #97 ). To find your nearest emergency … visit: Hepatitis B Hepatitis B immune globulin (HealthLinkBC File #25b) Hepatitis B vaccine (HealthLinkBC File #25a) Hepatitis B virus tests Living well …
