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… British Columbia (PDF 423KB) Concussion Awareness Training Tool (CATT) The Concussion Awareness Training Tool (CATT) is a series of online educational modules and …
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… in our communities, generally in the late fall and winter months. Flu vaccines are free for everyone 6 months and older. It's important to get your flu vaccine to … cold and COVID-19. Use the BC COVID-19 Self-Assessment Tool to find out if you or your family members need further …
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… respiratory illness season. Starting in October, everyone 6 months and older can get an updated influenza (flu) and … the benefits of vaccinating your child and more. Your Baby's Immune System and Vaccines (HealthLinkBC File #50a) … families and health care providers. They also provide tools to make it easier for B.C. families to get immunized. …
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… sound before the next breath. The cough can last several months and often occurs more at night. Pertussis can cause … deaths occur due to pertussis, mostly in babies less than 3 months of age who have not been immunized. Pertussis spreads … of Immunizing Your Child (HealthLinkBC File #50b) Your Baby’s Immune System and Vaccines (HealthLinkBC File #50a) …
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… visited areas where Zika virus is present. A developing baby exposed to the Zika virus when the mother is bitten by … causes microcephaly. Microcephaly is a condition where a baby is born with a small head or the head stops growing … to get pregnant should consider waiting at least two months after returning from a Zika-infected area or after …
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… of immunizing your child (HealthLinkBC File #50b) Your baby’s immune system and vaccines (HealthLinkBC File #50a) … be up to date on vaccinations to protect you and your baby. If you are breastfeeding or chest feeding, the MMR vaccine is safe for you and the baby. Travel health Getting immunized should be an important …
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… The vaccine remains free and available for everyone 6 months and older. The spring booster is available throughout … of sepsis Pain in early pregnancy Babies younger than 3 months of age, with a fever should be assessed by a doctor, …
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… Last updated February 26, 2024 There are several digital tools available to securely and easily access your personal health information online. Some tools are available in specific Health Authority regions, …
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… (LRCUG). Using cannabis during pregnancy may affect your baby. For information about the health risks of using … example, changes to the Motor Vehicle Act give police more tools to remove impaired drivers from the road. Visit …
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… Beat the heat Last updated July 5, 2024 During the summer months, temperatures in British Columbia can exceed 30°C … use our Heat-related illnesses: Check your symptoms tool to help make an informed decision on when to seek …
